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

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Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto reliable? We analysed 17,781 real MOT tests across 4,151 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 17,781 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.8%
Typical Mileage
29,145mi
Annual Mileage
6,423mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto 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 Auto.

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto Number Plates

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

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

91.3%
2020
90.5%
2019

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

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 297
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 99
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32

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

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

Low usage
4,222 mi/yr
Typical
6,423 mi/yr
Average
7,312 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,243 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto 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 Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 6,460 91.3% 18,462 27,587 39,302
2019 10,985 90.5% 20,284 29,732 41,741

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

Based on 4,151 Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.2 years
Median
5.0 years

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
29,145 mi
75th Percentile
41,028 mi
95th Percentile
62,778 mi
Max Recorded
203,671 mi

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

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

Best year
2020

91.3% MOT pass rate from 6,460 tests

Year to avoid
2019

90.5% MOT pass rate from 10,985 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.3% across 6,460 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.5% — 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 Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto 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 Auto THIS CAR 90.8% 17,781 29,145 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
Nissan Mistral 67.9% 6,134 125,210 mi 32 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 Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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

The Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.8% across 17,781 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 Auto 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 Auto owner drives around 6,423 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 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto reliable?
Based on 17,781 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto has a 90.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto does around 6,423 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto 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 Auto?
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 Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 180 AMG Line Edition Auto is 2020 with a 91.3% pass rate across 6,460 tests.