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Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto reliable? We analysed 2,207 real MOT tests across 711 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,207 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.8%
Typical Mileage
27,343mi
Annual Mileage
6,951mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto 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 Exclusive Edition Auto.

Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90%
2021

Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5

Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,480 mi/yr
Typical
6,951 mi/yr
Average
7,842 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,984 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 2,106 90.0% 19,150 26,876 36,883

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto Last?

Based on 711 Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.0 years
Median
4.0 years

Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
27,343 mi
75th Percentile
37,879 mi
95th Percentile
57,356 mi
Max Recorded
120,453 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto

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

Best year
2021

90.0% MOT pass rate from 2,106 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.0% across 2,106 tests.

How Does the Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto 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 Exclusive Edition Auto THIS CAR 89.8% 2,207 27,343 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
Sunlight Unknown 88.7% 852 25,087 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 Exclusive Edition Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto?

The Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.8% across 2,207 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 Exclusive Edition Auto 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 Exclusive Edition Auto owner drives around 6,951 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 Exclusive Edition Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto reliable?
Based on 2,207 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto has a 89.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto does around 6,951 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto?
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 Exclusive Edition Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 200 Exclusive Edition Auto is 2021 with a 90.0% pass rate across 2,106 tests.