Metrocab Manual Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Metrocab Manual reliable? We analysed 6,749 real MOT tests across 990 vehicles to find out.
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The Metrocab Manual is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, parking brake recording little or no effort and exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Metrocab Manual.
Metrocab Manual Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Metrocab Manual. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Metrocab Manual MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Metrocab Manual to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Metrocab Manual Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Metrocab Manual fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Metrocab Manual Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Metrocab Manual owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Metrocab Manual MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Metrocab Manual year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 430 | 61.9% | 240,483 | 322,132 | 381,497 |
| 1999 | 1,586 | 64.7% | 209,212 | 276,292 | 341,569 |
| 1998 | 1,563 | 63.0% | 145,204 | 228,992 | 292,298 |
| 1997 | 1,151 | 63.3% | 197,261 | 267,750 | 354,884 |
| 1996 | 876 | 62.3% | 144,365 | 238,721 | 316,251 |
| 1995 | 553 | 64.6% | 198,756 | 265,460 | 373,730 |
| 1994 | 258 | 61.6% | 101,834 | 211,124 | 298,144 |
| 1993 | 184 | 66.3% | 129,810 | 186,122 | 285,946 |
| 1992 | 100 | 58.0% | 145,607 | 216,373 | 303,091 |
How Long Does a Metrocab Manual Last?
Based on 990 Metrocab Manual vehicles on UK roads.
Metrocab Manual Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Metrocab Manual 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 Metrocab Manual
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.3% MOT pass rate from 184 tests
58.0% MOT pass rate from 100 tests
The best year to buy a used Metrocab Manual is 1993, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.3% across 184 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 58.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Metrocab Manual Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metrocab Manual THIS CAR | 63.4% | 6,749 | 257,510 mi | 34 yrs |
| Metrocab Auto | 65.9% | 9,025 | 240,049 mi | 35 yrs |
| Metrocab Metrocab Auto | 69.4% | 5,980 | 313,577 mi | 26 yrs |
| Metrocab Metrocab | 67.6% | 2,068 | 311,398 mi | 26 yrs |
| Kawasaki VN1500 | 87.2% | 10,943 | 18,158 mi | 38 yrs |
Compared to the Metrocab Auto (65.9% pass rate) and the Metrocab Metrocab Auto (69.4% pass rate), the Metrocab Manual trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Metrocab Manual has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.4% across 6,749 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Metrocab Manual are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (698 recorded failures), parking brake recording little or no effort (384), and exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (330). 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 Metrocab Manual owner drives around 16,090 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 Metrocab Manual models stay on UK roads for around 34 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.