MERCEDES A 180 SE D (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 51 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
98%
Total Tests (2024)
51
Avg Mileage
37,308 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,350
Is the 2019 MERCEDES A 180 SE D reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.
At 5 years old, 98% of MERCEDES A 180 SE Ds from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 51 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 37,308 miles.
How does the 2019 MERCEDES A 180 SE D compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 MERCEDES A 180 SE D has 37,308 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2019 MERCEDES A 180 SE 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.
MERCEDES A 180 SE D by Year
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About the 2019 MERCEDES A 180 SE D
The 2019 MERCEDES A 180 SE D is a small family car with a 1461cc diesel engine. 51 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 7% of all 2019 cars for reliability.
With an average of 37,308 miles at 5 years old, MERCEDES A 180 SE D owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2019 MERCEDES A 180 SE 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). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.
What does it cost to own a 2019 MERCEDES A 180 SE 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 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MERCEDES A 180 SE D Reliability Trend
Older MERCEDES A 180 SE Ds tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 5 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2019 MERCEDES A 180 SE D
At 5 years old, the MERCEDES A 180 SE D offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 51 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2019 MERCEDES A 180 SE D
The MERCEDES A 180 SE D is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel small family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2017) 91% pass rate (-7%) from 127,682 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2019) 89% pass rate (-9%) from 93,803 tests
- MERCEDES A (2019) 91% pass rate (-7%) from 89,588 tests
- MERCEDES A-CLASS (2017) 88% pass rate (-10%) from 82,055 tests