Mercedes-Benz X reliability
MOT pass rates & common faults · 9,283 real DVSA tests · 2024
Across 9,283 real DVSA MOT tests in 2024, 85% of Mercedes-Benz X cars aged 4 to 7 years pass their MOT first time — in line with the 85% average for cars of that age. The faults that come up more than usual are in brakes.
MOT pass rate by age
Where the X tends to fail
Share of Mercedes-Benz X cars aged 4 to 7 years with no fault in each area (higher is better). The tick is the fleet average for the same age.
Fails more often than average on brakes. Holds up better than average on steering, suspension, tyres.
Common questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz X reliable?
On 2024 MOT data the Mercedes-Benz X is about average for its age: 85% of examples aged 4 to 7 years pass first time, against a 85% fleet average. Give brakes a close look on any one you view.
What is the MOT pass rate for a Mercedes-Benz X?
First-time MOT pass rates for the Mercedes-Benz X in 2024: 4 to 7 years, 85%. Pass rates fall with age across the whole fleet, so compare each figure with cars of the same age, not with a new car.
What commonly fails on a Mercedes-Benz X MOT?
For Mercedes-Benz X cars aged 4 to 7 years, the areas that fail an MOT more often than the fleet average are brakes (2.8% of tests vs 2% fleet).