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Used Mercedes-Benz cars for sale in the UK
Premium German engineering — and the rear subframe to inspect before you bid.
Mercedes-Benz cars for sale right now
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
£1,995 · 176,100 miles · Much Birch, Hereford
2011 Mercedes-Benz E350
£3,995 · 141,583 miles · Much Birch, Hereford
2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG
£5,995 · 122,156 miles · Much Birch, Hereford
2012 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
£8,450 · 87,827 miles · Altrincham, Cheshire
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS
£18,999 · 46,600 miles · Wombourne, Staffordshire
2015 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS
£11,395 · 60,553 miles · Cwmbran, Wales
2014 MERCEDES-BENZ M CLASS
£9,500 · 137,000 miles · Southampton, Hampshire
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT
£98,995 · 12,600 miles · Chelmsford, Essex
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ V CLASS
£35,750 · 93,000 miles · Chelmsford, Essex
2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA
£11,995 · 83,000 miles · Bolton, Greater Manchester
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS
£13,995 · 89,000 miles · Bolton, Greater Manchester
2014 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA
£6,795 · 138,400 miles · Bolton, Greater Manchester
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS
£12,795 · 90,000 miles · Bolton, Greater Manchester
2014 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS
£9,049 · 95,000 miles · Bolton, Greater Manchester
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA
£21,995 · 40,000 miles · Uxbridge, Middlesex
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS
£13,350 · 81,445 miles · Uxbridge, Middlesex
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS
£17,495 · 28,693 miles · Uxbridge, Middlesex
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ EQA
£14,995 · 84,350 miles · Uxbridge, Middlesex
2013 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS
£9,995 · 158,000 miles · Harlow, Essex
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ B CLASS
£12,995 · 45,000 miles · Harlow, Essex
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS
£14,995 · 36,000 miles · Harlow, Essex
2015 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA
£8,790 · 70,900 miles · Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
2013 MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS
£3,990 · 119,442 miles · Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
2008 MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS
£1,295 · 125,000 miles · Swindon, Wiltshire
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Mercedes-Benz's UK range runs from the A-Class hatchback through the C-Class and E-Class saloons and estates to the GLC and GLE SUVs. The trick on a used Mercedes is matching the model year to the engine — and inspecting the rear subframe on any pre-2017 E-Class.
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Mercedes-Benz: what MOT records show
MOT records show 80.5% of Mercedes-Benz cars pass the MOT first time, 1.9 points better than the national average for cars of the same age (78.6%). Counted from 180,870 DVSA tests; a pass with rectification at the station counts as a pass here, and as a failure in DVSA's own initial-test measure. DVSA counts light vans and pickups with cars, so this Mercedes-Benz figure includes models such as the Vito and Citan.
Compared against cars of the same registration years. A car with only minor defects or advisories still passes; a major or dangerous defect is a fail. Class 4 tests in Great Britain, test type NT (a normal annual test), retests excluded. A pass, or a pass with rectification at the station, counts as a first-time pass; DVSA's own initial-test measure counts a rectified pass as a failure and so reports a lower figure. Testing in Northern Ireland is run separately by the DVA under its own rules.
Figures from MOT tests carried out in 2025. Sampled from nine months of 2025 (January, February, April, May, July, August, September, October and November). Source: DVSA MOT Anonymised Data 2025 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Mercedes-Benz in the UK — what to know
Mercedes-Benz has a nationwide franchised retail network across the UK, plus a strong bench of independent Mercedes specialists in every major city. Diesel saloons such as the C220d and E220d are common on the UK used market, alongside the GLC and GLE SUVs and the A-Class hatchback.
Known issues — what to check before you buy
These are the issues most commonly flagged by UK mechanics and forum reports for used Mercedes-Benz cars. Use them as a checklist on viewing.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 (2009–2016)
Rear subframe corrosion — the serious one. Subframe perforation, sometimes large enough to fail MOT. Salt-laden UK coastal roads accelerate dramatically. Warranty only applies if perforated from inside out — many UK cars don't qualify. Repair £2,500–£4,000.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 (2007–2014)
Rust around boot lid, lower doors, wheel arches. Pre-facelift especially. Moisture-prone headlights. Wrong-spec brake discs on a percentage of 2010 cars — ineffective from new.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 / E-Class W212 M271 1.8 petrol (2007–2014)
Timing gear / chain tensioner wear — misfires, cold-start rattle, poor performance. Also balance-shaft sprocket wear on 2.1 OM651 diesels — major surgery if it fails.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class W176 (2013–2018)
7G-DCT mechatronic failures (limp mode), oil leaks, intake fouling on direct-injection 1.6 petrol on city-driven cars. Timing chain elongation on 1.6 A180.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 9G-Tronic (2014–2021)
Conductor plate failures (£700–£1,200 fitted). 7G-Tronic predecessor: clunking, repair up to £3,000.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W213 (2016–2023)
Brake disc/pad rapid wear (replacement at 15,000–25,000 miles on some cars). COMAND infotainment glitches. 2018 E400d over-revving reports.
Best years to buy used in the UK
• C-Class W205 LCI (2017–2020) C220d — post-LCI corrosion fixes, 9G-Tronic auto. • E-Class W213 (2018–2021) E220d — OM654 diesel solid, brake-disc wear the only Achilles' heel. • GLC X253 LCI (2019–2021) GLC 220d 4MATIC — post-MY19 update fixed early electrical gremlins. • A-Class W177 (2018+) A200 petrol or A220d. • GLA H247 (2020+) — 94.1% reliability score, 3rd place in family-SUV category (What Car? 2023).
Years to avoid
• E-Class W212 pre-2013 if any coastal/road-salt history — rear subframe rust risk. • C-Class W204 pre-2010 — multiple rust points. • A-Class W176 1.6 A180 entirely. • GLC X253 2016–2017 first-year cars — electrical gremlins, knocking front suspension. • 2010 W204 C-Class with the wrong-spec factory brake discs.
Running a used Mercedes-Benz in the UK
Parts & servicing
Mercedes parts are high-end. Dealer monopoly on SBC (active brake) older E-Class, AIRMATIC air suspension, COMAND head units, AdBlue tanks. Aftermarket-friendly on consumables (brakes, filters, suspension arms via Euro Car Parts, GSF Car Parts or Autodoc). Indicative UK costs: W212/W205 rear subframe replacement £2,500–£4,000 used / £5,500+ new; 7G/9G-Tronic conductor plate £700–£1,200; OM651 balance shaft/chain £2,500–£4,500 engine-out; AdBlue tank £800–£1,400. Independent Mercedes specialists are available in every major UK city, typically 30–50% cheaper than a franchised dealer.
Common MOT failure points
Specific MOT items: W212 rear subframe corrosion (testers now check specifically), C-Class W204 boot-lid rust (cosmetic but flagged), adaptive headlight alignment failures, OM651 AdBlue faults that light the engine management lamp (a major defect, so a fail — a low-AdBlue prompt alone is not tested), and rapid brake-disc lip wear can trigger advisories. SCR system failures on diesels common at 100,000 miles+.
Our top Mercedes-Benz picks for UK buyers right now
Mercedes-Benz C220d W205 LCI Saloon
2018–2020
Post-LCI corrosion fixes, 9G-Tronic auto, comfortable, refined, reliable. Avoid AMG-line if you'll feel the lowered ride.
Mercedes-Benz E220d W213
2018–2021
Executive saloon at its best. OM654 diesel solid, brake-disc wear the only Achilles' heel. Avoid base SE trim for residuals — Avantgarde or AMG Line.
Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d 4MATIC X253 LCI
2019–2021
Post-MY19 update fixed early electrical issues. AdBlue management is the main maintenance flashpoint.
Buyer's pro tip
If you're looking at any Mercedes E-Class, C-Class or GLC built before 2017, get the car on a ramp and inspect the rear subframe and suspension mounting points before you talk price. The W212 rear subframe rust scandal is well-documented in the UK — Mercedes' corrosion warranty only applies if perforated from inside out, and many coastal cars have salt-driven rust that doesn't qualify. A rear subframe replacement is £2,500–£4,000 plus 2 days of labour. This is a common reason a "cheap" W212 E-Class becomes uneconomic to repair. Insist on photos under the car, or pay £60 for a pre-purchase ramp inspection at any independent Mercedes specialist.
Mercedes-Benz buying questions, answered
What is the Mercedes W212 rear subframe issue?
On the W212 E-Class (2009–2016), the rear subframe can corrode and perforate, sometimes severely enough to fail MOT. Salt-laden UK coastal roads accelerate this. Mercedes' corrosion warranty only covers perforation from the inside out — surface rust from outside-in doesn't qualify. A pre-purchase ramp inspection at any independent Mercedes specialist costs £60 and can save £2,500–£4,000 in repair bills.
Which Mercedes engine should I look for in a used C-Class?
The OM651 2.1-litre diesel in C220d (2014–2018 W205) is solid if AdBlue and DPF are maintained. The OM654 2.0-litre diesel in C220d (2018+ W205 LCI) is more refined and currently more reliable. Avoid the M271 1.8 petrol pre-2014 — timing gear and chain tensioner wear is a known issue.
How much does a Mercedes service cost in the UK?
A main-dealer full service runs £450–£700 depending on engine and trim. An independent Mercedes specialist charges £280–£400 for identical work. Mercedes service contracts are useful at point of new sale but rarely worth buying retroactively on a used car.
Is the Mercedes A-Class worth buying used in the UK?
Only the W177 (2018+) A200 petrol or A220d. The earlier W176 A180 had a fragile 1.6 timing chain and 7G-DCT mechatronic problems.
What's the difference between Mercedes EQA, EQB, EQC and EQE?
EQA (2021+) is the entry-level electric SUV, based on the GLA. EQB (2022+) is the 7-seat version, based on the GLB. EQC (from 2019) was Mercedes' first electric SUV, based on the GLC, and has since been discontinued. EQE and EQS (2022+) are the executive saloons and SUVs, aimed at business buyers. Compare each car's official (WLTP) range with how you drive before you buy.
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