2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gle 53 + 4M+ A — MOT failures & pass rate
439 MOT tests on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gle 53 + 4M+ A are in this dataset, and 90.9% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (8.6% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in tyres, other defects and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 7.3% of tests against 0.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, registration plates and brake pads — tread depth alone was recorded 16 times.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 20.5% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.3% | 32 |
| 2 | Other defects | 0.9% | 4 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 3 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.7% | 3 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.2% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 16 |
| 2 | Registration plates | 8 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 3 |
| 4 | Wipers | 2 |
| 5 | Side repeaters | 2 |
| 6 | Emissions not tested | 1 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 20.5% | 90 |
| 2 | Other defects | 10.0% | 44 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.4% | 28 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.0% | 13 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 6 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 3 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 210 | 8.6% |
| 30-60k | 205 | 9.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 212 | 9.4% |
| 2025 | 214 | 9.3% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Amg Gle 53 + 4M+ A
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 7.3% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (7.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Other defects (0.9% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
- Lighting & signalling (0.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gle 53 + 4M+ As pass their MOT?
90.9% of the 439 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gle 53 + 4M+ A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gle 53 + 4M+ A?
Tyres, recorded in 7.3% of tests, followed by other defects (0.9%).
Does the 2021 Amg Gle 53 + 4M+ A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.6% in the 0-30k band to 9.3% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 439 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.