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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes A160 Cdi. Check any A160 Cdi by registration number below.

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84.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.9%

vs Mercedes Avg

1

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mercedes A160 Cdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes A160 Cdi has an average MOT pass rate of 84.6%, which is 6.9 percentage points above the Mercedes brand average of 77.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the A160 Cdi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mercedes A160 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 A160 Cdi performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 13 vehicles

84.6%Good
Mercedes average: 77.7%
Mileage at 5yr

65k mi

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76.6% pass rate

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66.7% pass rate

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80.5% pass rate

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93.8% pass rate

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Mercedes A160 Cdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes A160 Cdi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes A160 Cdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes A160 Cdi is 84.6% compared to the Mercedes average of 77.7%. 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 A160 Cdi?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mercedes A160 Cdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 84.6%, the Mercedes A160 Cdi is rated as "Good" 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 A160 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 A160 Cdi?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes A160 Cdi: 65,397 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used A160 Cdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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