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MERCEDES B-CLASS (2015)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 9,871 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

86%

Total Tests (2024)

9,871

Avg Mileage

64,066 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£935

Is the 2015 MERCEDES B-CLASS reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 9 years old, 86% of MERCEDES B-CLASSs from 2015 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 9,871 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 64,066 miles.

How does the 2015 MERCEDES B-CLASS compare?

Rank among all 2015 cars276th out of 559(top 49%)
Rank among all MERCEDES models852th out of 1,408(top 61%)
vs national average+4% (82% avg)
vs 2015 cars average+3% (83% avg)
vs MERCEDES average-1% (87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2015 MERCEDES B-CLASS has 64,066 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a MERCEDES B-CLASS?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2006 model has the lowest at 71%. The 2015 sits between the two at 86%.

How much does a 2015 MERCEDES B-CLASS cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Electric, 0cc)
£500
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£935
Per month£78/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MERCEDES B-CLASS by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202098%4723,364 mi
201993%91229,781 mi
201890%6,72939,021 mi
201788%9,69348,392 mi
201687%9,65755,381 mi
201586%9,87164,066 mi
201483%15,38272,344 mi
201382%13,42178,118 mi
201281%11,09283,827 mi
201173%6,77984,302 mi
201074%8,81990,612 mi
200974%8,27795,335 mi
200871%6,925100,673 mi
200772%5,184101,539 mi
200671%4,235103,535 mi
200573%805105,799 mi

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About the 2015 MERCEDES B-CLASS

The 2015 MERCEDES B-CLASS is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 9,871 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2015, the average MOT pass rate is 83%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 64,066 miles at 9 years old, MERCEDES B-CLASS owners drive about as much as the UK average.

What does it cost to own a 2015 MERCEDES B-CLASS?

Total estimated annual running cost is £935 (£78/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

MERCEDES B-CLASS Reliability Trend

Newer MERCEDES B-CLASSs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2015 MERCEDES B-CLASS

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 93%. With 9,871 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2015 MERCEDES B-CLASS

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines: