Mercedes-Benz E-Class MOT Results

Registered in 2005

58.0% pass rate

from 119 tests in 2021

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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2005 cars and highlighted areas where the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is unusually good or bad.

23% fail on Suspension
13% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
9.2% fail on Brakes
6.7% fail on Tyres
4.2% fail on Visibility
4.2% fail on Body, chassis, structure
3.4% fail on Steering
2.5% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
1.7% fail on Road Wheels
0.84% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems

Read the Honest John Review

Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2002 - 2009)
Excellent range of refined engines. Comfortable long distance car. Superb ride quality. Models from 2006 are much improved and more reliable.