Mercedes-Benz A 200
From 4,646 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer A 200s fare better: 2018 models pass at 88.9% vs 78.9% for 2013.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 218 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 218 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 138 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 91 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 83 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 83 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 67 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 65 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 62 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 53 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 50 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 15.2% of A 200 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 38.6% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £109.
Fuel type matters
Petrol versions pass at 82.3% while Diesel versions pass at 76.7%, a 6 percentage point gap.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 88.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2014 | 77.4% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2013 | 78.9% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2012 | 83.2% | brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
2 earlier years
| 2006 | 66.8% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2005 | 61.3% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all A 200s tested had between 65,561 and 106,580 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 79,095 median miles, the A 200 has 0.028 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Mercedes-Benz A 200 MOT pass rate?
The Mercedes-Benz A 200 has a 78.1% MOT pass rate based on 4,646 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mercedes-Benz A 200?
The most common MOT failure on the Mercedes-Benz A 200 is a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 218 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
What is the typical mileage of a Mercedes-Benz A 200 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mercedes-Benz A 200 is 79,095 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 65,561 and 106,580 miles.
Buying a used A 200?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 78.1% pass rate and an average repair bill of £109 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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