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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz A 200. Check any A 200 by registration number below.

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81.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.3%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

15

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mercedes Benz A 200 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz A 200 has an average MOT pass rate of 81.9%, which is 8.3 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the A 200 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz A 200 fails its MOT are number plate inscription missing or illegible, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your A 200 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz A 200, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz A 200 performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 31 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 3yr

32k mi

2020

Based on 109 vehicles

89.9%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

15.5%

Mileage at 3yr

29k mi

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

2019

Based on 108 vehicles

95.4%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

3.7%

Mileage at 5yr

50k mi

2018

Based on 136 vehicles

87.5%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

17.3%

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

2017

Based on 35 vehicles

91.4%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.7%

2016

Based on 44 vehicles

81.8%Good
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

23.1%

2015

Based on 45 vehicles

77.8%Good
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2014

Based on 1,368 vehicles

74.5%Average
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

37.8%

Mileage at 10yr

140k mi

2013

Based on 3,267 vehicles

76.5%Good
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

23.0%

Mileage at 10yr

144k mi

2012

Based on 184 vehicles

80.4%Good
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

18.7%

Mileage at 10yr

137k mi

2008

Based on 69 vehicles

65.2%Average
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

22.7%

2007

Based on 152 vehicles

71.1%Average
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

39.3%

2006

Based on 355 vehicles

70.7%Average
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

24.7%

2005

Based on 290 vehicles

73.1%Average
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

21.9%

2004

Based on 151 vehicles

93.4%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

120k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz A 200

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz A 200 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Number plate inscription missing or illegible

4.1%
2

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.7%
3

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.6%
4

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

3.0%
5

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

2.8%
Mercedes Benz A 200 Common Faults & Repair Costs

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz A 200

Mercedes Benz A 200 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz A 200 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz A 200?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz A 200 is 81.9% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz A 200?
The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz A 200 are: Number plate inscription missing or illegible (4.1%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (3.7%), A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (3.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Mercedes Benz A 200 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 81.9%, the Mercedes Benz A 200 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz A 200?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz A 200?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz A 200: 32,241 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used A 200 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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