Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 241 vehicles, the 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto (2022)

241 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.5% first-time pass rate

2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto

CarHunch analysed 241 real MOT records for the 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 C 220 diesel hybrid is a reliable performer, passing its MOT first time in 89% of cases—nine percentage points above the UK average of 80%—with only 5% ever flagging a dangerous defect, so it's a safe bet mechanically. The low failure rate of 0.11 per vehicle suggests owners aren't facing major structural or component issues.

At an average mileage of 34,704 miles for a two-year-old car, these are normally driven examples rather than high-milers, and the modest advisory rate of 0.8 per vehicle points to minor wear items rather than systemic problems. When you're evaluating one, focus on service history and whether routine maintenance has been kept up, as that's where these cars tend to excel or falter.

We have limited data for the 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

94.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.11

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

30k

Middle half: 20k–44k

For context

These stats describe 241 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 241 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Electric Diesel (100%)	240	94.5%	0.11

Colour Breakdown

Based on 243 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 83.5%

203

White 7%

Grey 6.6%

Blue 2.9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

30,425

typical

20,420

low mileage

44,462

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Auto vehicles fall between 20,420 and 44,462 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 20,420 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 20,420–44,462 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Mercedes Benz C 220 Sport D MHEV Autos sit.

⚠ Over 60,023 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.11

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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