MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 237 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
237
Avg Mileage
31,900 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,350
Is the 2021 MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.
At 3 years old, 94% of MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE Ds from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 237 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 31,900 miles.
How does the 2021 MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D has 31,900 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2021 MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D 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.
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About the 2021 MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D
The 2021 MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D is a small family car with a 1461cc diesel engine. 237 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 31,900 miles at 3 years old, MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D Fuel Costs
The 1461cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,350 (£113/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D Reliability Trend
Newer MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE Ds show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
Alternatives to the 2021 MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D
The MERCEDES A 180 AMG LINE D is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel small family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
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