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

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88.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.8%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz A 180 Sport D — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz A 180 Sport D has an average MOT pass rate of 88.4%, which is 1.8 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the A 180 Sport D 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 Sport D, 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 Sport D performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 85 vehicles

97.6%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

2.4%

Mileage at 3yr

68k mi

2020

Based on 95 vehicles

83.2%Good
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

16.7%

Mileage at 3yr

54k mi

2019

Based on 83 vehicles

84.3%Good
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

26.9%

Mileage at 3yr

37k mi

Mileage at 5yr

65k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

1.2%

Nearside

1.2%

Rear Nearside

1.2%

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz A 180 Sport D

Mercedes Benz A 180 Sport D — Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz A 180 Sport D?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz A 180 Sport D is 88.4% 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 Sport D?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mercedes Benz A 180 Sport D reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 88.4%, the Mercedes Benz A 180 Sport D 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 Sport D?
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 Sport D?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz A 180 Sport D: 68,207 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used A 180 Sport D to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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