Mercedes-Benz C-Class: tyres MOT failures
Tyres was a recorded failure area in 6.4% of Mercedes-Benz C-Class MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2006, 2009 cars.
Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair cost: £50–£120 per tyre (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Tyres failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 12,091 | 5.1% |
| 2002 | 22,550 | 5.2% |
| 2003 | 39,827 | 5.7% |
| 2004 | 55,339 | 5.9% |
| 2005 | 71,633 | 6.2% |
| 2006 | 77,985 | 6.3% |
| 2007 | 92,319 | 5.9% |
| 2009 | 93,481 | 6.2% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.