Mercedes V220
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 245 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests
245
Model Years
2015 to 2016
Years Covered
2
About the Mercedes V220
The Mercedes V220 was MOT tested 245 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (2015 to 2016), with an average pass rate of 96%. That's comfortably above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list diesel versions.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2015) averages 190,303 miles, while the newest (2016) averages 163,208 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Mercedes brand average of 87%, the V220 performs 9 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Mercedes range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Mercedes V220 by Year
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Questions about the Mercedes V220
Is the Mercedes V220 reliable?
Across its 2 model years in our data (2015 to 2016), the Mercedes V220 averages a 96% MOT pass rate, from 245 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 14 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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