MERCEDES-BENZ CLC MOT pass rate
65.4% of 13,231 MERCEDES-BENZ CLC MOT tests pass.
The CLC passes 65.4% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all MERCEDES-BENZ models (83.5%).
The MERCEDES-BENZ CLC passes 65.4% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 65.9% at 10–15 years versus 64.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | too few tests (2) | 2 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (16) | 16 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | 65.9% | 7,644 | 96,131 miles |
| 15+ years | 64.6% | 5,569 | 107,153 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MERCEDES-BENZ CLC
The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ CLC fails its MOT is suspension — present in 78.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 78.5% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 48.4% | Not working |
| Brakes | 37.2% | Excessively corroded |
| Tyres | 24.7% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 14.6% | Provides insufficient washer liquid |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 10.8% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Steering | 8.7% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Body, chassis, structure | 5.2% | System insecure |
| Road Wheels | 4.3% | Fixing missing |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.5% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
Related MERCEDES-BENZ models
- MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS — 81.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS — 85.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS — 83.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLA — 89.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLC — 91.1% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA — 87.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MERCEDES-BENZ CLC?
- 65.4% of MERCEDES-BENZ CLC MOT tests pass, based on 13,231 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MERCEDES-BENZ CLC?
- The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ CLC fails its MOT is suspension — present in 78.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
- Does this show the MERCEDES-BENZ CLC's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MERCEDES-BENZ service history guide for how to check and keep one.