Mercedes-Benz Gla 180 Amg Line Auto
From 320 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, caused 6 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 6 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 5 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 3 |
| wiper blade defective | 3 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 3 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud | 2 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 2 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 2 |
| headlamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| an obstruction significantly affecting the driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen or an obligatory external mirror not visible | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 28.6% of Gla 180 Amg Line Auto failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £46.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88.7% | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gla 180 Amg Line Autos tested had between 15,150 and 28,463 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,577 median miles, the Gla 180 Amg Line Auto has 0.05 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Mercedes-Benz Gla 180 Amg Line Auto MOT pass rate?
The Mercedes-Benz Gla 180 Amg Line Auto has a 88.8% MOT pass rate based on 320 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mercedes-Benz Gla 180 Amg Line Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the Mercedes-Benz Gla 180 Amg Line Auto is windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Mercedes-Benz Gla 180 Amg Line Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mercedes-Benz Gla 180 Amg Line Auto is 22,577 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,150 and 28,463 miles.
Buying a used Gla 180 Amg Line Auto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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