2024 Mercedes-Benz V-Class — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 656 MOT tests, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz V-Class recorded a 95.4% pass rate. MPVs of a similar age fail 12.2% of the time, so this is 7.6pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and other defects.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (2.7%) and suspension (1.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are shock absorbers, tread depth and registration plates — shock absorbers alone was recorded 8 times.
A 60-90k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 14.7% versus 2.3%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 9.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 2.7% | 18 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.4% | 9 |
| 3 | Other defects | 0.5% | 3 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 2 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 2 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.1% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 8 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 5 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 2 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 2 |
| 6 | Attachment | 2 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 9.8% | 64 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.5% | 23 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.6% | 17 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.5% | 10 |
| 5 | Other defects | 1.5% | 10 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 3 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 431 | 2.3% |
| 30-60k | 185 | 8.1% |
| 60-90k | 34 | 14.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 151 | 0.0% |
| 2025 | 505 | 5.9% |
What to check before buying a 2024 V-Class
On a 2024 V-Class, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 2.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (2.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (1.4% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Other defects (0.5% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2024 Mercedes-Benz V-Classs pass their MOT?
95.4% of the 656 2024 Mercedes-Benz V-Class MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2024 Mercedes-Benz V-Class?
Tyres, recorded in 2.7% of tests, followed by suspension (1.4%).
Does the 2024 V-Class get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.3% in the 0-30k band to 14.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 656 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.