MERCEDES 200 (1991)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 54 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
54
Avg Mileage
144,472 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,717
Is the 1991 MERCEDES 200 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.
At 33 years old, 96% of MERCEDES 200s from 1991 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 54 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 144,472 miles.
How does the 1991 MERCEDES 200 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1991 MERCEDES 200 has 144,472 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 244,200 miles for a 33-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 1991 MERCEDES 200 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MERCEDES 200 by Year
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About the 1991 MERCEDES 200
The 1991 MERCEDES 200 is a family car with a 1997cc petrol engine. 54 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 5% of all 1991 cars for reliability.
With an average of 144,472 miles at 33 years old, MERCEDES 200 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1991 MERCEDES 200 Fuel Costs
The 1997cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1991 MERCEDES 200?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,717 (£143/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MERCEDES 200 Reliability Trend
Older MERCEDES 200s tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 6 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 1991 MERCEDES 200
At 33 years old, the MERCEDES 200 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 54 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1991 MERCEDES 200
The MERCEDES 200 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1991) 80% pass rate (-16%) from 5,191 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (1990) 84% pass rate (-12%) from 3,316 tests
- FORD ESCORT (1990) 85% pass rate (-11%) from 2,672 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1991) 78% pass rate (-18%) from 1,798 tests