Mercedes-Benz Eqa MOT pass rate and common problems
91.6% of 8,615 Mercedes-Benz Eqa MOT tests pass.
The Eqa passes its MOT 91.6% of the time — well above the average across all Mercedes-Benz models, which sits at 83.5%.
The Mercedes-Benz Eqa passes its MOT 91.6% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Unusually, pass rate is higher for older examples: 91.2% at 0–3 years compared with 93.2% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 91.2% | 6,654 | 25,352 miles |
| 3–6 years | 93.2% | 1,961 | 26,851 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Mercedes-Benz Eqa
The most common reason the Mercedes-Benz Eqa fails its MOT is tyres — present in 80.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 80.0% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Visibility | 16.4% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 8.2% | Too low |
| Suspension | 3.8% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.3% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Brakes | 1.5% | Excessively fluctuating |
| Body, chassis, structure | 1.0% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 0.9% | Buckle not functioning as intended |
| Road Wheels | 0.8% | Fixing missing |
| Steering | 0.1% | Ball joint has excessive play |
Buying a used Mercedes-Benz Eqa: what to check
These checks follow the Mercedes-Benz Eqa’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 93.4% down to 87.3%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 80.0% of failed Mercedes-Benz Eqa MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 16.4% of failed Mercedes-Benz Eqa MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
3. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 8.2% of failed Mercedes-Benz Eqa MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
4. Suspension
Recorded in 3.8% of failed Mercedes-Benz Eqa MOTs.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
5. Number plates and VIN
Recorded in 2.3% of failed Mercedes-Benz Eqa MOTs.
Match the registration plates and the VIN (usually at the base of the windscreen and on a door pillar) to the V5C.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Mercedes-Benz service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Mercedes-Benz models
- Mercedes-Benz G-Class — 92.7% pass rate
- Mercedes-Benz X-Class — 88.2% pass rate
- Mercedes-Benz Viano — 74.6% pass rate
- Mercedes-Benz 300 — 81.3% pass rate
- Mercedes-Benz GL — 87.0% pass rate
- Mercedes-Benz 190 — 77.5% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes-Benz Eqa?
- 91.6% of Mercedes-Benz Eqa MOT tests pass, based on 8,615 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Mercedes-Benz Eqa?
- The most common reason the Mercedes-Benz Eqa fails its MOT is tyres — present in 80.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- What are the common problems with the Mercedes-Benz Eqa?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Mercedes-Benz Eqa are tyres; windscreen and wipers; lights and electrics.
- What should I check when buying a used Mercedes-Benz Eqa?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; windscreen and wipers; lights and electrics; suspension; number plates and vin. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Mercedes-Benz Eqa'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.