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Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition reliable? We analysed 984 real MOT tests across 217 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 984 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.0%
Typical Mileage
28,629mi
Annual Mileage
6,385mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91.1%
2020
91.1%
2019

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,289 mi/yr
Typical
6,385 mi/yr
Average
7,991 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,668 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 237 91.1% 18,157 26,175 41,942
2019 727 91.1% 19,900 28,797 40,846

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Last?

Based on 217 Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.3 years
Median
5.0 years

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Mileage Distribution

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

Median
28,629 mi
75th Percentile
41,583 mi
95th Percentile
67,821 mi
Max Recorded
139,823 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition

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

Best year
2019

91.1% MOT pass rate from 727 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.1% across 727 tests.

How Does the Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition THIS CAR 91.0% 984 28,629 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
Daimler Conquest/century 83% 517 52,190 mi 73 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition?

The Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.0% across 984 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 Gla 180 AMG Line Edition 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 Gla 180 AMG Line Edition owner drives around 6,385 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 Gla 180 AMG Line Edition — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition reliable?
Based on 984 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition has a 91.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition does around 6,385 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition?
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 Gla 180 AMG Line Edition?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition is 2019 with a 91.1% pass rate across 727 tests.