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Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi. Check any A 180 Cdi by registration number below.

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94.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.2%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

12

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi has an average MOT pass rate of 94.4%, which is 4.2 percentage points above the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the A 180 Cdi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 91 vehicles

94.5%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

151k mi

2014

Based on 127 vehicles

96.1%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

155k mi

2013

Based on 173 vehicles

98.3%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

129k mi

2012

Based on 110 vehicles

94.5%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2011

Based on 132 vehicles

97.0%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2010

Based on 132 vehicles

92.4%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2009

Based on 173 vehicles

93.6%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2008

Based on 321 vehicles

93.1%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2007

Based on 401 vehicles

94.3%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

131k mi

2006

Based on 460 vehicles

93.5%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2005

Based on 538 vehicles

92.6%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2004

Based on 207 vehicles

93.2%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi

Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi is 94.4% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 94.4%, the Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz A 180 Cdi: 151,150 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used A 180 Cdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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