2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 1.6L Petrol · AF20 OJW
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA (1.6L, petrol). First registered 12 Mar 2020. Recorded mileage 86,090 miles. MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLA
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,090 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AF20 OJW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2026
- 86,090 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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AF20 OJW MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gla (AF20 OJW) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
AF20 OJW Mileage History
- 14/03/202329,234 mi
- 07/03/202445,048 mi+15,814 mi
- 08/03/202564,618 mi+19,570 mi
- 11/03/202686,090 mi+21,472 mi
Average of roughly 18,997 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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- 7G-DCT Gearbox HesitationModerate
The 7G-DCT dual-clutch transmission in the X156 can develop clunky engagement, hesitation when pulling away, and shuddering during low-speed crawling. Software calibration issues and dirty transmission fluid exacerbate wear on the clutch friction plates and mechatronic hydraulic unit.
- Timing Chain Stretch (M270/M274 Engines)Serious
On 1.6-litre and 2.0-litre petrol models powered by the M270 turbocharged unit, premature timing chain stretch can develop. Stretched chains throw out valve timing synchronisation, leading to harsh cold-start rattles, loss of power, and potential valve-to-piston contact if ignored.
- 4MATIC Rear Differential and Haldex Coupling Bearing WearModerate
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