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Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168) Problems by Year

The original high-roof A-Class is clever and space-efficient, but age now means rust, spring and gearbox issues matter more than the novelty factor.

Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.

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1998–20053 issues

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View MOT history, registration data, and reliability scores for the Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168).

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Buying Tips for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168)

  • ✓Inspect rear spring mounts, front spring perches and floor edges rather than trusting a clean MOT pass alone
  • ✓Semi-automatic Sequentronic and CVT cars need smooth pull-away and full gearbox history
  • ✓Check for damp in the cabin because water ingress can upset underfloor electronics
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