Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic?

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 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic?

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 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic?

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 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic reliable?

Based on MOT data from 382 vehicles, the 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.2%, 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 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic?

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 Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic (2022)

382 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.2% first-time pass rate

2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic

CarHunch analysed 382 real MOT records for the 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 382 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This EQB 300 AMG is a reliably built electric SUV, with an 89.1% first-time MOT pass rate that sits comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%—dangerous defects are rare at just 5.8% of vehicles ever flagged. The median mileage of 31,420 miles for a 2022 model is modest, suggesting these are well-cared-for examples, and the low failure rate of 0.13 per vehicle confirms owners aren't facing unexpected breakdowns.

With less than one advisory per car on average, the EQB 300 AMG is proving durable through its early years, though the CarHunch score of 70 indicates there's room for improvement before reaching premium reliability status. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the battery management system and brake fluid condition, as these are the typical weak points on young electric Mercedes.

The 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93.2% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

93.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.13

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

31k

Middle half: 23k–42k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93.2% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 382 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 382 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.8% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,531 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 50.4%

771

White 18.9%

290

Grey 18.8%

288

Silver 6.7%

102

Blue 3.4%

Red 1.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic 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.

31,420

typical

23,182

low mileage

41,755

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matic vehicles fall between 23,182 and 41,755 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,182 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.

✓ 23,182–41,755 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Mercedes Benz Eqb 300 Amg Line 4matics sit.

⚠ Over 56,369 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.13

Avg failures per vehicle

0.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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