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Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D reliable? We analysed 413 real MOT tests across 113 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 413 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.4%
Typical Mileage
43,169mi
Annual Mileage
9,176mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D.

Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D Number Plates

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Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

84.2%
2021
86.2%
2020
89.6%
2019

Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9
Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,630 mi/yr
Typical
9,176 mi/yr
Average
10,205 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,755 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 76 84.2% 28,681 47,130 65,692
2020 130 86.2% 33,600 45,342 58,836
2019 193 89.6% 26,944 39,167 52,938

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D Last?

Based on 113 Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.6 years
Median
5.0 years

Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
43,169 mi
75th Percentile
58,497 mi
95th Percentile
83,652 mi
Max Recorded
179,454 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2019

89.6% MOT pass rate from 193 tests

Year to avoid
2021

84.2% MOT pass rate from 76 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.6% across 193 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D THIS CAR 87.4% 413 43,169 mi — yrs
Mercedes-benz C 77.6% 8,031,355 77,082 mi 32 yrs
Mercedes-benz E 79.4% 4,722,746 83,960 mi 33 yrs
Mercedes-benz A-class 77.6% 4,204,702 57,023 mi 28 yrs
Mazda CX-5 Newground 89.6% 502 27,338 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D?

The Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.4% across 413 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D owner drives around 9,176 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D reliable?
Based on 413 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D has a 87.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D does around 9,176 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 180 AMG Line Executive D is 2019 with a 89.6% pass rate across 193 tests.