2000 Mercedes C 280 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for C 280 models manufactured in 2000, based on 717 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 2000 Mercedes C 280 has an MOT pass rate of 66.0% based on 717 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 96,560 miles on the odometer. With a 34.0% failure rate, the 2000 C 280 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2000 Mercedes C 280 is Tyres, responsible for 1.1% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Suspension is the second most common issue at 0.6%. Road Wheels follows at 0.3%.
Top failures specific to 2000 models only. The overall C 280 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 1.1% | 8 |
| 2 | Suspension | 0.6% | 4 |
| 3 | Road Wheels | 0.3% | 2 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.3% | 2 |
| 5 | Non-component Advisories | 0.3% | 2 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.1% | 1 |
| 7 | Visibility | 0.1% | 1 |
| 8 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.1% | 1 |
| 9 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 96,560 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 0.12 | 1.1% | 8 |
| Suspension | 0.06 | 0.6% | 4 |
| Wheels | 0.03 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Brakes | 0.03 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.03 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Steering | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2000 Mercedes C 280 has an MOT pass rate of 66.0% based on 717 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 96,560 miles on the odometer. With a 34.0% failure rate, the 2000 C 280 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2000 Mercedes C 280, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With an average mileage of 96,560 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Tyres — 1.1% of failures
Tyres issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on 2000 Mercedes C 280 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Suspension — 0.6% of failures
Suspension issues account for 0.6% of MOT failures on 2000 Mercedes C 280 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Road Wheels — 0.3% of failures
Road Wheels issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 2000 Mercedes C 280 models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.