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Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto reliable? We analysed 1,422 real MOT tests across 517 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,422 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.2%
Typical Mileage
34,043mi
Annual Mileage
8,247mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D 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 200 AMG Line D Auto.

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Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.7%
2021
88.3%
2020

Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6

Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,222 mi/yr
Typical
8,247 mi/yr
Average
9,309 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,651 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 1,098 90.7% 23,540 32,096 43,215
2020 128 88.3% 25,013 35,268 49,961

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto Last?

Based on 517 Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.8 years
Median
4.0 years

Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
34,043 mi
75th Percentile
46,136 mi
95th Percentile
69,951 mi
Max Recorded
129,936 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto

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

Best year
2021

90.7% MOT pass rate from 1,098 tests

Year to avoid
2020

88.3% MOT pass rate from 128 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.7% across 1,098 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.3% — 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 200 AMG Line D 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 200 AMG Line D Auto THIS CAR 91.2% 1,422 34,043 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
Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber 90.7% 2,488 4,208 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 200 AMG Line D Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto?

The Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.2% across 1,422 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 200 AMG Line D 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 200 AMG Line D Auto owner drives around 8,247 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 200 AMG Line D Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto reliable?
Based on 1,422 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto has a 91.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto does around 8,247 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D 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 200 AMG Line D Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto is 2021 with a 90.7% pass rate across 1,098 tests.