Mercedes Maybach MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 40 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 12.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Mercedes Maybach MOT Reliability Overview
The Mercedes Maybach is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 40 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% and a failure rate of 12.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Mercedes Maybach earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Mercedes Maybach presents for MOT with approximately 24,361 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Mercedes Maybach is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 22.5% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Identification of the vehicle at 5.0%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment rounds out the top three at 5.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 27.5% | 11 |
| 2 | Steering | 5.0% | 2 |
| 3 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 5.0% | 2 |
| 4 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 2.5% | 1 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.5% | 1 |
| 6 | Brakes | 2.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 24,361 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 11.29 | 27.5% | 11 |
| Steering | 2.05 | 5.0% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.05 | 5.0% | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 1.03 | 2.5% | 1 |
| Visibility | 1.03 | 2.5% | 1 |
| Brakes | 1.03 | 2.5% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Mercedes Maybach has 24,361 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Mercedes Maybach has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.13% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Mercedes Maybach MOT Data
The Mercedes Maybach is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 40 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% and a failure rate of 12.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Mercedes Maybach owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and identification of the vehicle for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Maybach is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 22.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 22.5% of MOT failures on the Mercedes Maybach. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Identification of the vehicle — 5.0% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 5.0% of MOT failures on the Mercedes Maybach. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 5.0% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 5.0% of MOT failures on the Mercedes Maybach. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Maybach?
Based on 40 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Mercedes Maybach has an overall pass rate of 87.5% (12.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Maybach?
The top 3 reasons a Mercedes Maybach fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (22.5%), 2. Identification of the vehicle (5.0%), 3. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (5.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Mercedes Maybach reliable?
With a 12.5% MOT failure rate, the Maybach is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Mercedes Maybach?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (22.5%); Identification of the vehicle (5.0%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (5.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.