Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A?

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 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A?

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 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A?

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 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 104 vehicles, the 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.9%, 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 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A?

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 E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A (2010)

104 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.9% first-time pass rate

2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A

CarHunch analysed 104 real MOT records for the 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2010 Mercedes-Benz E200 is a serious reliability concern—only 8.9% pass their MOT first time, vastly below the UK average of 80%, meaning roughly nine in ten will need repairs before they're roadworthy. The good news is that dangerous defects haven't been recorded in this cohort, but the repeated failure rate suggests systemic issues rather than one-off problems.

At 135,000 miles median mileage for a 14-year-old diesel, these cars have been well-used, yet they're still accumulating failures rather than running cleanly. Before buying one, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on the emissions system and common failure points on this generation—don't rely on a recent pass, because the pattern here suggests you'll be returning to the garage regularly.

We have limited data for the 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

76.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.25

Over 1.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

135k

Middle half: 107k–144k

For context

These stats describe 104 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 104 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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Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A 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.

135,358

typical

107,247

low mileage

143,623

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI A vehicles fall between 107,247 and 143,623 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 107,247 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.

✓ 107,247–143,623 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Mercedes Benz E200 Blue Cy SE CDI As sit.

⚠ Over 193,891 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

1.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.25

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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