Mercedes-benz A 200 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mercedes-benz A 200 reliable? We analysed 37,458 real MOT tests across 2,967 vehicles to find out.
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The Mercedes-benz A 200 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz A 200.
Mercedes-benz A 200 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz A 200. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mercedes-benz A 200 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mercedes-benz A 200 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mercedes-benz A 200 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mercedes-benz A 200 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mercedes-benz A 200 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz A 200 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mercedes-benz A 200 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz A 200 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mercedes-benz A 200 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz A 200 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 99 | 93.9% | 18,703 | 24,183 | 39,673 |
| 2019 | 149 | 87.2% | 19,401 | 33,799 | 47,349 |
| 2018 | 204 | 85.8% | 23,190 | 31,922 | 49,846 |
| 2017 | 89 | 92.1% | 26,671 | 44,906 | 59,075 |
| 2016 | 156 | 85.9% | 31,340 | 44,195 | 65,117 |
| 2015 | 152 | 84.9% | 38,892 | 61,154 | 85,128 |
| 2014 | 5,926 | 81.6% | 42,382 | 63,486 | 88,719 |
| 2013 | 15,450 | 81.3% | 43,655 | 66,513 | 92,258 |
| 2012 | 779 | 80.1% | 45,934 | 69,280 | 95,478 |
| 2009 | 60 | 81.7% | 47,066 | 77,038 | 99,032 |
| 2008 | 620 | 76.8% | 35,204 | 57,628 | 86,024 |
| 2007 | 1,716 | 78.3% | 35,333 | 58,937 | 89,791 |
| 2006 | 5,811 | 76.0% | 38,885 | 60,582 | 86,225 |
| 2005 | 5,998 | 75.1% | 37,988 | 60,638 | 86,165 |
How Long Does a Mercedes-benz A 200 Last?
Based on 2,967 Mercedes-benz A 200 vehicles on UK roads.
Mercedes-benz A 200 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz A 200 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz A 200
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.9% MOT pass rate from 99 tests
75.1% MOT pass rate from 5,998 tests
The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 200 is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.9% across 99 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mercedes-benz A 200 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-benz A 200 THIS CAR | 79.4% | 37,458 | 63,106 mi | 21 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz C | 77.6% | 8,031,355 | 77,082 mi | 32 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz E | 79.4% | 4,722,746 | 83,960 mi | 33 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz A-class | 77.6% | 4,204,702 | 57,023 mi | 28 yrs |
| Volkswagen Crafter CR35 Trendline TDI | 81.1% | 32,533 | 66,372 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz A 200 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Mercedes-benz A 200 has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.4% across 37,458 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm with 267 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mercedes-benz A 200 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Mercedes-benz A 200 owner drives around 6,141 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mercedes-benz A 200 models stay on UK roads for around 21 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.