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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

The A-Class is Mercedes-Benz's entry point into the range, a common choice for younger, premium-badge buyers.

73.33%

MOT pass rate

Hatchback / saloon

Segment

Petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid

Fuel types available

Source: Brumble analysis of DVSA's 2025 MOT test year data, published under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

What to know

The A-Class tests below Mercedes-Benz's overall brand average of 77.0%, sitting close to the national average at 73.33%. It's a common pattern across most premium brands: the entry-level model doesn't automatically match the manufacturer's stronger overall figure.

The A-Class competes directly with the Audi A3 (74.08%) and BMW 1 Series, and is worth cross-shopping against both if MOT reliability data matters alongside the badge and specification.

Check a specific A-Class's MOT history, tax status, and advisories by registration number.

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See how the Mercedes-Benz range compares overall, with model-by-model pass rates.

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