Mercedes A 200 (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 31 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

100%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1332cc Petrol

Great Choice

100% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 18 points above average.

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Petrol1332cc5 years old31 tests20k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1332cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

100% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Mercedes brand average of 87%.

100% of MOT tests on Mercedes A 200s from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 31 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 20,034 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models93rd of 3,336(top 3%)

Rank among Mercedes models50th of 1,376(top 4%)

vs average of all models+18%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+8%(92% avg)

vs Mercedes average+13%(87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

20,034

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Mercedes A 200 had 20,034 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 90%, while the 2006 model has the lowest at 76%. The 2021 scores 100%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Mercedes A 200 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	100%	31	20,034 mi
2020	90%	112	34,776 mi
2019	96%	85	32,868 mi
2018	87%	122	36,068 mi
2016	81%	32	71,995 mi
2015	81%	36	79,979 mi
2014	81%	1,239	90,888 mi
2013	81%	2,588	95,619 mi
2012	85%	146	101,162 mi
2008	72%	54	91,746 mi
2007	77%	124	92,797 mi
2006	76%	237	86,286 mi
2005	83%	189	91,771 mi

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Vauxhall Corsa

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About the 2021 Mercedes A 200

The 2021 Mercedes A 200 is a premium car. Our records list a 1332cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 31 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 3% of all 2021 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 20,034 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, 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 £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 Mercedes A 200?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 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 pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 5 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2021 Mercedes A 200

At 5 years old, the Mercedes A 200 offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 90%. Note: with only 31 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2021 Mercedes A 200 stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Mercedes A 200(2021)	100%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853
Ford Fiesta(2019)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£223
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same
Vauxhall Corsa(2019)	88%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150
Nissan Qashqai(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2021 Mercedes A 200

Is the 2021 Mercedes A 200 reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 100% of MOT tests on 2021 Mercedes A 200s ended in a pass, from 31 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 18 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Mercedes A 200 cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Mercedes A 200?

100% of 31 MOT tests on the 2021 Mercedes A 200 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 93rd of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (top 3%).

Which year Mercedes A 200 has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Mercedes A 200 has the highest MOT pass rate at 90% and the 2006 the lowest at 76%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Mercedes A 200?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Mercedes A 200 is 20,034 miles, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.