2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 2.0L Petrol · B510 SUE
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA (2.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Oct 2018. Recorded mileage 69,127 miles. MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,127 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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B510 SUE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2025
- 69,127 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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B510 SUE MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mercedes-Benz Gla (B510 SUE) between October 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
B510 SUE Mileage History
- 21/10/202242,089 mi
- 30/10/202351,881 mi+9,792 mi
- 23/09/202462,426 mi+10,545 mi
- 19/09/202568,197 mi+5,771 mi
- 11/12/202569,127 mi+930 mi
Average of roughly 8,611 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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