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Mercedes-Benz A-Class MOT Results

Registered in 2017
86.7% pass rate
from 41,606 tests in 2021
(7.2% better than other 2017 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2017 cars and highlighted areas where the Mercedes-Benz A-Class is unusually good or bad.

  • 4.6% fail on Tyres (36% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 2.9% fail on Condition (47% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.9% fail on Tread depth (26% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.031% fail on Size/type
  • 2.8% fail on Visibility (25% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.6% fail on Washers (62% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.2% fail on Wipers (57% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.079% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.077% fail on Windscreen
      • 0.0024% fail on Window
    • 0.029% fail on View to rear
      • 0.029% fail on Mirrors
    • 0.0048% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.0024% fail on Driver's view
  • 2.2% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (18% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.4% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 1.4% fail on Headlamp aim (11% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.022% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 0.40% fail on Direction indicators (64% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.40% fail on Flashing type (64% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.33% fail on Side repeaters (81% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.058% fail on Individual direction indicators
        • 0.014% fail on All direction indicators (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.28% fail on Headlamps (44% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.27% fail on Headlamp (36% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0072% fail on Headlamp levelling device (76% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0024% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
    • 0.046% fail on Stop lamp (86% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.043% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (70% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.043% fail on Rear fog lamp (70% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.043% fail on Rear fog lamp (69% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.034% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (84% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0096% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.0072% fail on Position lamp
      • 0.0024% fail on Switch
    • 0.0072% fail on Rear reflectors
    • 0.0048% fail on Reversing lamps (86% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0048% fail on Reversing lamps (86% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0048% fail on Electrical equipment (91% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0048% fail on Horn (83% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0024% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.0024% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
  • 1.4% fail on Brakes (32% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.1% fail on Mechanical brake components (23% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 1.0% fail on Brake linings and pads (19% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 1.00% fail on Brake pads (20% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0072% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.19% fail on Brake discs and drums (45% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.19% fail on Brake discs (45% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.25% fail on Brake performance (47% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.16% fail on Service brake performance (44% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.16% fail on Rbt (43% better than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.12% fail on Service brake performance (46% better than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.038% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.055% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (56% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.055% fail on Rbt (sp) (54% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.041% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.038% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 0.022% fail on Service brake imbalance
          • 0.017% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0024% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
      • 0.017% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.0048% fail on Parking brake performance (89% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0048% fail on Rbt (89% better than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.0024% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.0024% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
    • 0.019% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.012% fail on Brake fluid
      • 0.0072% fail on Reservoirs
    • 0.017% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.014% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (78% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0072% fail on Electronic braking system
      • 0.0048% fail on Anti-lock braking system (83% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0024% fail on Electronic stability control
    • 0.012% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.012% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.0096% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (85% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0096% fail on Pedal
    • 0.0096% fail on Other components and prescribed areas (3 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0096% fail on Other components (3 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0072% fail on Rigid brake pipes
  • 0.59% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
    • 0.58% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 0.35% fail on Compression ignition (64% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.33% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (110% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0096% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.0072% fail on On or after 01/01/2014 (82% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0024% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
        • 0.0024% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
      • 0.22% fail on Spark ignition (28% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.20% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.019% fail on Catalyst emissions (82% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0072% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.0024% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0024% fail on Catalytic converter
    • 0.012% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.0096% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.0024% fail on Other leaks
    • 0.0072% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0072% fail on Undertray
  • 0.57% fail on Road Wheels (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.39% fail on Condition (5 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.19% fail on Attachment (82% worse than other 2017 cars)
  • 0.34% fail on Identification of the vehicle (66% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.34% fail on Registration plates (65% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0024% fail on Vehicle Identification Number
  • 0.28% fail on Suspension (68% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.14% fail on Springs (59% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.14% fail on Coil springs (59% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.14% fail on Coil spring (59% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.065% fail on Suspension arms (72% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.055% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0072% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0024% fail on Suspension arm
    • 0.055% fail on Anti-roll bars (59% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.022% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.017% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.012% fail on Linkage
      • 0.0048% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.017% fail on Wheel bearings (70% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0048% fail on Shock absorbers (95% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0024% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.0024% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.0024% fail on Sub-frames
      • 0.0024% fail on Sub-frame
    • 0.0024% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0024% fail on Ball joint
  • 0.19% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 0.12% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.060% fail on Seat belts (54% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.058% fail on Condition (53% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0024% fail on Requirements
    • 0.012% fail on Airbags (3 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on Drivers airbag (4 times worse than other 2017 cars)
  • 0.12% fail on Body, chassis, structure (61% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.026% fail on Transmission (74% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Drive shafts (73% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.026% fail on Joints (72% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.024% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.024% fail on Body
      • 0.017% fail on Other body component
      • 0.0072% fail on Panel
    • 0.014% fail on Undertray
    • 0.0096% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.0024% fail on Hose
      • 0.0024% fail on Pipe
      • 0.0024% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
      • 0.0024% fail on System
    • 0.0072% fail on Doors (78% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0048% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.0048% fail on Door condition
      • 0.0024% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.0024% fail on Door condition
    • 0.0048% fail on Exhaust system (94% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0048% fail on Seats
      • 0.0048% fail on Driver's seat
    • 0.0024% fail on Integral vehicle structure
      • 0.0024% fail on Sub-frame
        • 0.0024% fail on Sub-frame condition
    • 0.0024% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.0024% fail on Boot lid condition
  • 0.046% fail on Steering (70% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.031% fail on Steering linkage components (69% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.017% fail on Track rod end (82% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0072% fail on Steering arm (4 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0048% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0024% fail on Drag link end
    • 0.0096% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.0096% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.0024% fail on Steering wheel
    • 0.0024% fail on Steering play
      • 0.0024% fail on Steering rack
  • 0.0048% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0048% fail on Belt(s)/padding
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