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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz A 170 Cdi. Check any A 170 Cdi by registration number below.

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90.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.2%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

6

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz A 170 Cdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz A 170 Cdi has an average MOT pass rate of 90.0%, which is 0.2 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the A 170 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 170 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 170 Cdi performs at MOT across different model years.

2004

Based on 150 vehicles

88.7%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2003

Based on 200 vehicles

90.0%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2002

Based on 188 vehicles

88.3%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

132k mi

2001

Based on 184 vehicles

89.1%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2000

Based on 194 vehicles

91.2%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

155k mi

1999

Based on 146 vehicles

92.5%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

145k mi

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz A 170 Cdi

Mercedes Benz A 170 Cdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz A 170 Cdi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz A 170 Cdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz A 170 Cdi is 90.0% 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 170 Cdi?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mercedes Benz A 170 Cdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.0%, the Mercedes Benz A 170 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 170 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 170 Cdi?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz A 170 Cdi: 132,015 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used A 170 Cdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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