Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Mercedes C220 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 2007 Mercedes C220 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 2007 Mercedes C220 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 2007 Mercedes C220 SE CDI A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 102 vehicles, the 2007 Mercedes C220 SE CDI A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.9%, 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 2007 Mercedes C220 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 C220 SE CDI A (2007)

102 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.9% first-time pass rate

2007 Mercedes C220 SE CDI A

CarHunch analysed 102 real MOT records for the 2007 Mercedes C220 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 2007 Mercedes C220 CDI is a serious reliability concern: just 39% pass the MOT first time against the UK average of 80%, and these are high-mileage cars averaging 136,000 miles. The diesel engine shows consistent struggle across the cohort, with the pass rate stuck at 39% and each vehicle averaging 1.08 failures per test.

At 17 years old with over 136,000 miles on the clock, these cars are approaching the end of their economic life, and the failure pattern suggests expensive running costs ahead. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection that specifically targets the fuel injection system, turbocharged components, and suspension—the weak points evident in this data—because dealers will struggle to keep these cars roadworthy.

We have limited data for the 2007 Mercedes C220 SE CDI A — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

73.9%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.08

Over 4.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

136k

Middle half: 126k–157k

For context

These stats describe 102 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 102 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 (99%)	101	73.8%	1.08

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Mercedes C220 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.

136,132

typical

126,137

low mileage

157,217

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Mercedes C220 SE CDI A vehicles fall between 126,137 and 157,217 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 126,137 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.

✓ 126,137–157,217 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Mercedes C220 SE CDI As sit.

⚠ Over 212,242 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Mercedes C220 SE CDI A — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 45% of 2007 Mercedes C220 SE CDI As are still active.

Numbers are declining — 24 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (45% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* 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

4.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.08

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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