Mercedes Benz 200 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz 200. Check any 200 by registration number below.

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81.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.7%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mercedes Benz 200 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz 200 has an average MOT pass rate of 81.5%, which is 8.7 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 200 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz 200 fails its MOT are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced. If you are preparing your 200 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz 200, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz 200 performs at MOT across different model years.

2018

Based on 40 vehicles

97.5%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

3.0%

Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

2017

Based on 51 vehicles

98.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

2016

Based on 57 vehicles

78.9%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

27.0%

2010

Based on 52 vehicles

73.1%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

20.6%

2009

Based on 36 vehicles

69.4%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

8.7%

Retest Rate

39.1%

2008

Based on 54 vehicles

66.7%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

16.7%

Retest Rate

60.0%

2007

Based on 90 vehicles

65.6%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.2%

Retest Rate

34.5%

2006

Based on 46 vehicles

65.2%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

52.0%

2002

Based on 31 vehicles

93.5%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Retest Rate

5.6%

2001

Based on 68 vehicles

92.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

258k mi

2000

Based on 62 vehicles

91.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

228k mi

1999

Based on 124 vehicles

96.8%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

294k mi

1998

Based on 50 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

227k mi

1997

Based on 69 vehicles

89.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1996

Based on 57 vehicles

87.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1995

Based on 52 vehicles

90.4%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1994

Based on 89 vehicles

94.4%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1993

Based on 131 vehicles

72.5%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

22.9%

1992

Based on 152 vehicles

74.3%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

19.4%

1991

Based on 84 vehicles

85.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1990

Based on 89 vehicles

61.8%Below Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

21.5%

1989

Based on 76 vehicles

69.7%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

25.0%

1988

Based on 56 vehicles

83.9%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

8.3%

1986

Based on 30 vehicles

73.3%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

28.6%

1985

Based on 117 vehicles

76.1%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

18.5%

1984

Based on 114 vehicles

78.1%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

9.2%

1983

Based on 93 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

7.7%

1982

Based on 55 vehicles

78.2%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.6%

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz 200

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz 200 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

23.6%

Mercedes Benz 200 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front

2.5%

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz 200

Mercedes Benz 200 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz 200 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 200?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 200 is 81.5% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz 200?

The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz 200 are: Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (23.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mercedes Benz 200 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 81.5%, the Mercedes Benz 200 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz 200?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz 200?

Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz 200: 48,130 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 200 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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