Austin Metro Gta Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Austin Metro Gta reliable? We analysed 620 real MOT tests across 110 vehicles to find out.
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The Austin Metro Gta is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Austin Metro Gta.
Austin Metro Gta Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Austin Metro Gta. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Austin Metro Gta MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Austin Metro Gta to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Austin Metro Gta Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Austin Metro Gta fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Austin Metro Gta Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Austin Metro Gta owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Austin Metro Gta MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Austin Metro Gta year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 118 | 64.4% | 35,216 | 55,553 | 77,084 |
| 1989 | 477 | 63.9% | 40,672 | 58,656 | 79,599 |
How Long Does a Austin Metro Gta Last?
Based on 110 Austin Metro Gta vehicles on UK roads.
Austin Metro Gta Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Austin Metro Gta MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Austin Metro Gta
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
64.4% MOT pass rate from 118 tests
63.9% MOT pass rate from 477 tests
The best year to buy a used Austin Metro Gta is 1990, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 64.4% across 118 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Austin Metro Gta Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Metro Gta THIS CAR | 64.8% | 620 | 58,676 mi | 37 yrs |
| Austin Mini Mayfair | 64.7% | 51,788 | 54,118 mi | 44 yrs |
| Austin Mini 1000 City E | 64.5% | 44,703 | 54,880 mi | 44 yrs |
| Austin Mini | 75.1% | 18,242 | 47,796 mi | 66 yrs |
| Suzuki Samurai | 67.5% | 735 | 71,694 mi | 35 yrs |
Compared to the Austin Mini Mayfair (64.7% pass rate) and the Austin Mini 1000 City E (64.5% pass rate), the Austin Metro Gta outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Austin Metro Gta has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.8% across 620 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Austin Metro Gta are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (75 recorded failures), subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (63), and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (51). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Austin Metro Gta owner drives around 963 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Austin Metro Gta models stay on UK roads for around 37 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.