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Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto reliable? We analysed 508 real MOT tests across 251 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 508 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.7%
Typical Mileage
22,598mi
Annual Mileage
5,782mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive 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 Sport Executive Auto.

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto Number Plates

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

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

89.3%
2022
92.9%
2021

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,270 mi/yr
Typical
5,782 mi/yr
Average
7,230 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,197 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive 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 Sport Executive Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 140 89.3% 12,461 20,874 26,738
2021 337 92.9% 14,528 23,578 32,736

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto Last?

Based on 251 Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.0 years
Median
3.0 years

Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
22,598 mi
75th Percentile
31,210 mi
95th Percentile
52,436 mi
Max Recorded
79,160 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto

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

Best year
2021

92.9% MOT pass rate from 337 tests

Year to avoid
2022

89.3% MOT pass rate from 140 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.9% across 337 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.3% — 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 Sport Executive 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 Sport Executive Auto THIS CAR 91.7% 508 22,598 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
Audi A1 SE TFSI 92% 704 55,087 mi — 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 Sport Executive Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto?

The Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.7% across 508 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 Sport Executive 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 Sport Executive Auto owner drives around 5,782 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 Sport Executive Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto reliable?
Based on 508 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto has a 91.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto does around 5,782 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive 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 Sport Executive Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 180 Sport Executive Auto is 2021 with a 92.9% pass rate across 337 tests.