2001 Mercedes C220 Cdi Elegance Auto MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for C220 Cdi Elegance Auto models manufactured in 2001, based on 35 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2001 Mercedes C220 Cdi Elegance Auto MOT Analysis
The 2001 Mercedes C220 Cdi Elegance Auto has an MOT pass rate of 65.7% based on 35 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 112,423 miles on the odometer. With a 34.3% failure rate, the 2001 C220 Cdi Elegance Auto is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2001 Mercedes C220 Cdi Elegance Auto is Suspension, responsible for 5.7% of failures. 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 range from £200–500.
Top failures specific to 2001 models only. The overall C220 Cdi Elegance Auto page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 5.7% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 112,423 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.51 | 5.7% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2001 Mercedes C220 Cdi Elegance Auto has an MOT pass rate of 65.7% based on 35 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 112,423 miles on the odometer. With a 34.3% failure rate, the 2001 C220 Cdi Elegance Auto is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2001 Mercedes C220 Cdi Elegance Auto, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: 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. With an average mileage of 112,423 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Suspension — 5.7% of failures
Suspension issues account for 5.7% of MOT failures on 2001 Mercedes C220 Cdi Elegance Auto 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.