Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D reliable? We analysed 1,283 real MOT tests across 418 vehicles to find out.
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The Mercedes-benz A 180 SE 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 SE D.
Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mercedes-benz A 180 SE 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 SE D year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 456 | 88.8% | 24,074 | 34,738 | 50,531 |
| 2020 | 612 | 87.9% | 27,500 | 40,339 | 57,031 |
| 2019 | 133 | 89.5% | 24,989 | 34,592 | 47,678 |
How Long Does a Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D Last?
Based on 418 Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D vehicles on UK roads.
Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.5% MOT pass rate from 133 tests
87.9% MOT pass rate from 612 tests
The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.5% across 133 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.9% — 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 SE 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 SE D THIS CAR | 88.5% | 1,283 | 37,894 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 |
| Kia Ceed Gt-line CRDI Isg MHEV | 87.1% | 497 | 39,428 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 SE D outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Mercedes-benz A 180 SE D has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.5% across 1,283 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 SE 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 SE D owner drives around 8,987 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.