MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,536 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
1,536
Avg Mileage
38,810 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2020 MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.
At 4 years old, 92% of MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E As from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,536 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 38,810 miles.
How does the 2020 MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A has 38,810 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-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 2020 MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A 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 CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A by Year
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About the 2020 MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A
The 2020 MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A is a small family car with a 1332cc hybrid engine. 1,536 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 38,810 miles at 4 years old, MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A Fuel Costs
The 1332cc hybrid 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 hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.
What does it cost to own a 2020 MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A?
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 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A Reliability Trend
The MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2020 MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A
At 4 years old, the MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2020 MERCEDES CLA 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E A
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines:
- TOYOTA YARIS (2018) 91% pass rate (-1%) from 42,493 tests
- MINI COOPER S (2019) 92% pass rate (same) from 33,682 tests
- TOYOTA C-HR (2018) 90% pass rate (-2%) from 31,950 tests
- VOLVO XC40 (2021) 93% pass rate (+1%) from 25,698 tests