Mercedes-Benz V-Class: tyres MOT failures
Tyres was a recorded failure area in 5.9% of Mercedes-Benz V-Class MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2016, 2017 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 9,256 | 6.0% |
| 2017 | 13,050 | 6.1% |
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.