MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 53 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
53
Avg Mileage
41,667 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2019 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO 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 5 years old, 96% of MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTOs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 53 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 41,667 miles.
How does the 2019 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO has 41,667 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 AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO 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 AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO by Year
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About the 2019 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO
The 2019 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO is a family car with a 1991cc petrol engine. 53 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 13% of all 2019 cars for reliability.
With an average of 41,667 miles at 5 years old, MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2019 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO Fuel Costs
The 1991cc 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 2019 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,772 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 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 AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO Reliability Trend
Older MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTOs 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 AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO
At 5 years old, the MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO 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 53 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2019 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO
The MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 4MATIC AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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