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MERCEDES C (1992)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

87%

Total Tests (2024)

30

Avg Mileage

131,044 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,247

Is the 1992 MERCEDES C reliable?

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

At 32 years old, 87% of MERCEDES Cs from 1992 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 131,044 miles.

How does the 1992 MERCEDES C compare?

Rank among all 1992 cars35th out of 178(top 20%)
Rank among all MERCEDES models847th out of 1,408(top 60%)
vs national average+5% (82% avg)
vs 1992 cars average+10% (77% avg)
vs MERCEDES average+0% (87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1992 MERCEDES C has 131,044 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 236,800 miles for a 32-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a MERCEDES C?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 72%. The 1992 sits between the two at 87%.

How much does a 1992 MERCEDES C cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2299cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£2,247
Per month£187/mo

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

MERCEDES C by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202192%3,77227,184 mi
202092%16,22533,734 mi
201991%52,83840,700 mi
201890%62,13851,166 mi
201789%87,61260,957 mi
201688%80,18173,695 mi
201586%71,63585,216 mi
201485%54,72990,129 mi
201381%51,70397,102 mi
201279%59,235102,461 mi
201179%42,676109,800 mi
201078%28,538111,322 mi
200977%28,440118,861 mi
200877%30,369121,672 mi
200776%25,544119,028 mi
200674%20,205118,301 mi
200573%17,978121,824 mi
200472%13,493116,683 mi
200373%9,158112,103 mi
200275%4,985103,944 mi
200175%2,463101,994 mi
200077%1,103104,741 mi
199982%2,683110,180 mi
199879%2,916112,877 mi
199781%2,336121,767 mi
199682%1,296107,809 mi
199583%1,017101,913 mi
199484%735103,968 mi
199382%71105,975 mi
199287%30131,044 mi
199179%47112,139 mi
199066%41103,332 mi

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About the 1992 MERCEDES C

The 1992 MERCEDES C is a large car with a 2299cc petrol engine. 30 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 20% of all 1992 cars for reliability.

With an average of 131,044 miles at 32 years old, MERCEDES C owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

1992 MERCEDES C Fuel Costs

The 2299cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 1992 MERCEDES C?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,247 (£187/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 87% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

MERCEDES C Reliability Trend

Newer MERCEDES Cs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1992 MERCEDES C

At 32 years old, the MERCEDES C is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 92%. Note: with only 30 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 1992 MERCEDES C

The MERCEDES C is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol large cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: