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

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Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto reliable? We analysed 1,045 real MOT tests across 400 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,045 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.5%
Typical Mileage
32,884mi
Annual Mileage
8,215mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport 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 Sport D Auto.

Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

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

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

91.7%
2021
92.9%
2020

Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2

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

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport 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
5,287 mi/yr
Typical
8,215 mi/yr
Average
8,670 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,319 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport 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 Sport D Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 780 91.7% 22,304 30,742 41,643
2020 112 92.9% 24,263 33,831 46,643

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

Based on 400 Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.6 years
Median
4.0 years

Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
32,884 mi
75th Percentile
43,934 mi
95th Percentile
64,658 mi
Max Recorded
101,055 mi

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

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

Best year
2020

92.9% MOT pass rate from 112 tests

Year to avoid
2021

91.7% MOT pass rate from 780 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.9% across 112 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.7% — 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 Sport 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 Sport D Auto THIS CAR 92.5% 1,045 32,884 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
Suzuki TR50S 86.1% 1,320 4,700 mi 28 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 Sport D Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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

The Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.5% across 1,045 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 Sport 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 Sport D Auto owner drives around 8,215 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 Sport D Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto reliable?
Based on 1,045 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto has a 92.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto does around 8,215 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport 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 Sport 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 Sport D Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 200 Sport D Auto is 2020 with a 92.9% pass rate across 112 tests.