What are the common problems with the 6-10 year old Mercedes-Benz V-Class?

The top failure areas for the 6-10-year-old Mercedes-Benz V-Class are: Suspension (4.5% risk), Tyres (3.7% risk), Brakes (2.4% risk).

Mercedes-Benz V-Class MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

17.0%

MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Mercedes-Benz V-Class vehicles

Based on 16,240 MOT tests

11.1pp below the UK average (28%)

Mercedes-Benz V-Class shows good reliability at this age, with a 17.0% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Mercedes-Benz V-Class are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 4.5%

Tyres 3.7%

Brakes 2.4%

Visibility 1.3%

Lamps & Electrics 1.1%

Body & Chassis 0.3%

Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Mercedes-Benz V-Class MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age	Failure Rate	Tests	Worst Area
0-2 years	11.3%	6,930	Tyres
3-5 years	14.9%	29,399	Tyres
6-10 years	17.0%	16,240	Suspension
11-15 years	22.9%	288	Lamps & Electrics
15+ years	46.3%	2,479	Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Mercedes-Benz V-Class reliable?

Yes. Based on 16,240 MOT tests, 6-10-year-old Mercedes-Benz V-Class vehicles have a 17.0% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Mercedes-Benz V-Class?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

Suspension — 4.5% failure risk
Tyres — 3.7% failure risk
Brakes — 2.4% failure risk

How can I prepare my Mercedes-Benz V-Class for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Mercedes-Benz V-Class, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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