Mercedes Benz C 300 Amg Line Prem + MHEV A (2022)
2022 Mercedes Benz C 300 Amg Line Prem + MHEV A
CarHunch analysed 294 real MOT records for the 2022 Mercedes Benz C 300 Amg Line Prem + MHEV A. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This C 300 AMG Line is performing well above the UK average with an 89.1% first-time pass rate, well ahead of the typical 80%, which signals strong build quality and reliability in its early years. The dangerous defect rate sits at 5.4%, below concerning levels, so safety isn't a red flag here.
At just under 22,000 miles on average for a 2022 model, these cars are running low mileage, which explains the minimal failure rate of 0.12 per vehicle—you're looking at a very young, well-maintained cohort. The modest advisory count of 0.5 per vehicle suggests minor wear items are starting to appear, but nothing systematic; when shopping for one, focus your inspection on the hybrid battery warranty status and whether service history is complete, as gaps could mask underlying electrical issues common to high-tech Mercedes.
What to check before buying a 2022 Mercedes Benz C 300 Amg Line Prem + MHEV A
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (100%) | 293 | 89.2% | 0.12 |
| Petrol (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Mercedes Benz C 300 Amg Line Prem + MHEV A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2022 Mercedes Benz C 300 Amg Line Prem + MHEV A vehicles fall between 13,663 and 28,181 miles.
MOT History Averages
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