Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE 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 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE 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 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE 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 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 258 vehicles, the 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.2%, 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 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE 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 C220 D SE Auto (2016)

258 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.2% first-time pass rate

2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE Auto

CarHunch analysed 258 real MOT records for the 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE 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 2016 C220 D shows a first-time MOT pass rate of just 22.4%, which is catastrophically low compared to the UK average of 80%—a clear warning that these cars arrive at test in deeply troubled condition. With zero dangerous defects recorded across the cohort, the failures are not safety-critical, but the sheer frequency of issues makes this a high-risk used buy.

At 71,000 miles median mileage, these are relatively low-mileage examples for their age, yet they're still failing at roughly 3.6 times the national rate, pointing to systemic mechanical or electrical problems rather than wear-and-tear neglect. Before viewing one, budget for a full pre-purchase inspection by a Mercedes specialist—the MOT data alone suggests these cars need serious work before they're roadworthy.

We have limited data for the 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

90.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.13

Over 2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

71k

Middle half: 61k–86k

For context

These stats describe 258 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 258 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% 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
Diesel (100%)	257	90.3%	0.13

Colour Breakdown

Based on 345 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 29.6%

102

Grey 29.6%

102

Silver 22.3%

Blue 10.4%

White 8.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE 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.

71,136

typical

61,004

low mileage

86,226

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE Auto vehicles fall between 61,004 and 86,226 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 61,004 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.

✓ 61,004–86,226 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE Autos sit.

⚠ Over 116,405 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE Auto — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Mercedes Benz C220 D SE Autos are still on the road.

Strong survival — 55 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.13

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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