MERCEDES A 200 (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 31 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
31
Avg Mileage
20,034 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2021 MERCEDES A 200 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.
At 3 years old, 100% of MERCEDES A 200s from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 31 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 20,034 miles.
How does the 2021 MERCEDES A 200 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 MERCEDES A 200 has 20,034 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a MERCEDES A 200?
The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 72%. The 2021 sits between the two at 100%.
How much does a 2021 MERCEDES A 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 A 200 by Year
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About the 2021 MERCEDES A 200
The 2021 MERCEDES A 200 is a small family car with a 1332cc petrol engine. 31 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 3% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 20,034 miles at 3 years old, MERCEDES A 200 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 MERCEDES A 200 Fuel Costs
The 1332cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 MERCEDES A 200?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MERCEDES A 200 Reliability Trend
Newer MERCEDES A 200s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 8 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 MERCEDES A 200
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. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. Note: with only 31 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2021 MERCEDES A 200
The MERCEDES A 200 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-9%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-8%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-12%) from 68,639 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-7%) from 52,321 tests