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Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive reliable? We analysed 259 real MOT tests across 124 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 259 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.3%
Typical Mileage
25,594mi
Annual Mileage
6,509mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive 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 AMG Line ED Executive.

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Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.2%
2022
88.5%
2021

Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1

Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,156 mi/yr
Typical
6,509 mi/yr
Average
7,252 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,072 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 69 94.2% 16,619 24,827 34,440
2021 183 88.5% 17,718 26,365 36,886

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive Last?

Based on 124 Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.2 years
Median
3.0 years

Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
25,594 mi
75th Percentile
36,400 mi
95th Percentile
60,284 mi
Max Recorded
157,280 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

94.2% MOT pass rate from 69 tests

Year to avoid
2021

88.5% MOT pass rate from 183 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.2% across 69 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.5% — 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 AMG Line ED Executive 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 AMG Line ED Executive THIS CAR 90.3% 259 25,594 mi — 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
Ford Focus Cl Td Di 71.4% 262 144,033 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 AMG Line ED Executive outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive?

The Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.3% across 259 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 AMG Line ED Executive 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 AMG Line ED Executive owner drives around 6,509 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.

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.

Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive reliable?
Based on 259 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive has a 90.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive does around 6,509 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 200 AMG Line ED Executive is 2022 with a 94.2% pass rate across 69 tests.