How reliable is the Mercedes Benz Clc?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Mercedes Benz Clc passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. The most commonly reported issues are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Below average reliability
Based on 8,753 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 63.7%.
Mercedes Benz Clc reliability by year
How the Mercedes Benz Clc performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 62.1% | – |
| 2009 | 63.7% | – |
| 2010 | 64.1% | – |
| 2011 | 66.6% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Mercedes Benz Clc as a model. The reliability of any individual Mercedes Benz Clc also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes Benz Clc reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Mercedes Benz Clc passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 64%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Mercedes Benz Clc?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (5.8% of inspections); A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (3.6% of inspections); A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.4% of inspections); Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (1.9% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Mercedes Benz Clc?
For a typical Mercedes Benz Clc, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Mercedes Benz Clc before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.