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Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A reliable? We analysed 314 real MOT tests across 277 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 314 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.7%
Typical Mileage
23,596mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A 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 Sport Executive MHEV A.

Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91.6%
2023

Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5

Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 310 91.6% 15,466 23,732 32,985

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A Last?

Based on 277 Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.1 years
Median
2.0 years

Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A Mileage Distribution

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

Median
23,596 mi
75th Percentile
32,759 mi
95th Percentile
63,845 mi
Max Recorded
117,871 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A

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

Best year
2023

91.6% MOT pass rate from 310 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 310 tests.

How Does the Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A 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 Sport Executive MHEV A THIS CAR 91.7% 314 23,596 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
Honda Ns 86.1% 309 6,692 mi 42 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 Sport Executive MHEV A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A?

The Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.7% across 314 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 Sport Executive MHEV A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

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 Sport Executive MHEV A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A reliable?
Based on 314 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A has a 91.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A?
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 Sport Executive MHEV A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz A 180 Sport Executive MHEV A is 2023 with a 91.6% pass rate across 310 tests.