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Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto reliable? We analysed 14,530 real MOT tests across 4,606 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 14,530 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.7%
Typical Mileage
37,554mi
Annual Mileage
8,441mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E 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 250 AMG Line E Auto.

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Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.2%
2021
88.4%
2020

Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 259
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 62
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 60

Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,505 mi/yr
Typical
8,441 mi/yr
Average
10,161 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,505 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 5,403 89.2% 25,538 37,084 53,828
2020 8,801 88.4% 26,267 37,518 52,250

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto Last?

Based on 4,606 Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.1 years
Median
4.0 years

Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
37,554 mi
75th Percentile
53,038 mi
95th Percentile
84,029 mi
Max Recorded
224,678 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto

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

Best year
2021

89.2% MOT pass rate from 5,403 tests

Year to avoid
2020

88.4% MOT pass rate from 8,801 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.2% across 5,403 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.4% — 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 250 AMG Line E 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 250 AMG Line E Auto THIS CAR 88.7% 14,530 37,554 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
Jeep Cherokee Crd Sport 72.5% 17,427 78,576 mi 23 yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto?

The Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.7% across 14,530 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 250 AMG Line E 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 250 AMG Line E Auto owner drives around 8,441 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 250 AMG Line E Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto reliable?
Based on 14,530 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto has a 88.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto does around 8,441 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E 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 250 AMG Line E Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 250 AMG Line E Auto is 2021 with a 89.2% pass rate across 5,403 tests.