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Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A reliable? We analysed 2,945 real MOT tests across 1,185 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,945 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.7%
Typical Mileage
28,006mi
Annual Mileage
7,362mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A 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 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A.

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Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

92%
2022
93.1%
2021
93%
2020

Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6

Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,744 mi/yr
Typical
7,362 mi/yr
Average
8,584 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,654 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 427 92.0% 20,082 26,421 34,320
2021 1,294 93.1% 19,394 26,633 35,209
2020 1,039 93.0% 20,776 29,606 40,497

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A Last?

Based on 1,185 Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.5 years
Median
3.0 years

Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
28,006 mi
75th Percentile
37,762 mi
95th Percentile
61,519 mi
Max Recorded
195,758 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A

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

Best year
2021

93.1% MOT pass rate from 1,294 tests

Year to avoid
2022

92.0% MOT pass rate from 427 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.1% across 1,294 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.0% — 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 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A 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 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A THIS CAR 92.7% 2,945 28,006 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 Gsxr 750 83.1% 2,300 23,730 mi 38 yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A?

The Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.7% across 2,945 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 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A 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 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A owner drives around 7,362 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 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A reliable?
Based on 2,945 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A has a 92.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A does around 7,362 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A?
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 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem + D 4M A is 2021 with a 93.1% pass rate across 1,294 tests.