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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 476 real MOT tests across 220 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 476 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.6%
Typical Mileage
29,662mi
Annual Mileage
7,148mi/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.

Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem D 4M A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem D 4M A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

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.

95.7%
2023
94.4%
2021
90.6%
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 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Bulge outer wall 235/50R19 99W 1
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1

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
5,005 mi/yr
Typical
7,148 mi/yr
Average
8,187 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,604 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.
2023 92 95.7% 18,185 25,652 36,570
2021 125 94.4% 21,489 29,357 42,234
2020 212 90.6% 23,200 31,786 43,437

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

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

Average
3.2 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
29,662 mi
75th Percentile
41,165 mi
95th Percentile
66,994 mi
Max Recorded
135,629 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
2023

95.7% MOT pass rate from 92 tests

Year to avoid
2020

90.6% MOT pass rate from 212 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem D 4M A is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.7% across 92 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.6% — 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 92.6% 476 29,662 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
Hyundai Santa Fe Premium CRDI A 77.4% 920 107,050 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 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 92.6% across 476 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 7,148 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 476 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz Gla 220 AMG Line Prem D 4M A has a 92.6% 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 7,148 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 2023 with a 95.7% pass rate across 92 tests.