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Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A. Check any Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A by registration number below.

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92.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.6%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

2

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A has an average MOT pass rate of 92.8%, which is 2.6 percentage points above the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A, 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 Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 1,899 vehicles

92.4%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

8.8%

Mileage at 3yr

46k mi

2020

Based on 758 vehicles

93.1%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

7.1%

Mileage at 3yr

49k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

2.4%
2

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.9%
3

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

0.7%
4

Seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intended

0.7%
5

Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements

0.6%
Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

3.2%

Rear Nearside

1.6%

Front Offside

1.5%

Other Mercedes Benz Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mercedes Benz models.

Mercedes Benz E 300

94.2% pass rate

Mercedes Benz E

83.5% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Amg Gla 45 S 4matic+ Auto

92.7% pass rate

Mercedes Benz V

85.8% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Vito 112

87.8% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Sl 500

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A

Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A is 92.8% 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 Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A?
The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A are: A tyre seriously damaged (2.4%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.9%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (0.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 92.8%, the Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A 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 Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A?
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 Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A: 46,204 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Gla 250 Exclusive Edition E A to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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