Mercedes Benz E 200 Amg Line MHEV Auto (2021)
2021 Mercedes Benz E 200 Amg Line MHEV Auto
CarHunch analysed 198 real MOT records for the 2021 Mercedes Benz E 200 Amg Line MHEV Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2021 E 200 AMG Line has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 32.7%, nearly half the UK average of 80%, which is a serious red flag for reliability—buyers should treat this cohort with real caution. The dangerous defect rate is mercifully low at 0.5%, so safety isn't the primary concern, but the pattern of repeated test failures suggests persistent mechanical or electrical gremlins.
At 29,465 miles median, these cars are still relatively young and lightly used, yet they're failing MOT at such a high rate that the issue isn't wear-and-tear but something systemic to the model itself. The hybrid powertrain may be part of the problem; before buying one, get an independent pre-purchase inspection focused on the electrical and hybrid systems, and factor in the likelihood of early visits to a Mercedes specialist.
What to check before buying a 2021 Mercedes Benz E 200 Amg Line MHEV Auto
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) (85%) | 169 | 29.4% | 0.04 |
| Petrol (15%) | 29 | 52.3% | 0.1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Mercedes Benz E 200 Amg Line MHEV Auto 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 2021 Mercedes Benz E 200 Amg Line MHEV Auto vehicles fall between 18,577 and 35,860 miles.
MOT History Averages
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