Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 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 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 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 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 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 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 D SE Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 719 vehicles, the 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 D SE Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 97.9%, 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 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 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 E 220 D SE Auto (2019)

719 real MOT outcomes analysed • 97.9% first-time pass rate

2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 D SE Auto

CarHunch analysed 719 real MOT records for the 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 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 E 220 D is a serious reliability concern: only 12.3% pass on their first MOT attempt versus the UK average of 80%, meaning seven in eight vehicles fail. The good news is that dangerous defects are absent from this cohort, but the sheer failure rate makes this one of the least reliable Mercedes models for its age bracket.

With a median mileage of 48,044 miles for a five-year-old car—well below the typical 60,000 miles—these vehicles are accumulating issues despite modest use, suggesting design or manufacturing defects rather than owner neglect. Before committing to purchase, get a pre-buy inspection focusing on the electrical systems and emissions equipment, as those commonly trigger failures on this generation.

The 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 D SE Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (97.9% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

97.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.01

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

48k

Middle half: 38k–64k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 97.9% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 719 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 719 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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Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,702 Mercedes Benz E 220 D SE Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 29.7%

802

Grey 27.7%

749

Blue 18.8%

508

Silver 17.3%

467

White 4.6%

125

Red 1.1%

Green 0.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 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.

48,044

typical

37,616

low mileage

63,835

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 D SE Auto vehicles fall between 37,616 and 63,835 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 37,616 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.

✓ 37,616–63,835 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 D SE Autos sit.

⚠ Over 86,177 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 D SE Auto — Still on the Road

Most 2019 Mercedes Benz E 220 D SE Autos are still being driven.

56 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 75% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.01

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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