Metrocab Metrocab Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Metrocab Metrocab Auto reliable? We analysed 5,980 real MOT tests across 438 vehicles to find out.
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The Metrocab Metrocab Auto is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, track rod end ball joint has excessive play and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Metrocab Metrocab Auto.
Metrocab Metrocab Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Metrocab Metrocab Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Metrocab Metrocab Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Metrocab Metrocab Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Metrocab Metrocab Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Metrocab Metrocab Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Metrocab Metrocab Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Metrocab Metrocab Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Metrocab Metrocab Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Metrocab Metrocab Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1,040 | 66.8% | 236,826 | 312,580 | 407,398 |
| 2002 | 2,013 | 70.4% | 238,410 | 309,213 | 374,715 |
| 2001 | 497 | 67.6% | 238,938 | 293,027 | 355,407 |
| 2000 | 2,409 | 69.9% | 252,479 | 324,261 | 389,359 |
How Long Does a Metrocab Metrocab Auto Last?
Based on 438 Metrocab Metrocab Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Metrocab Metrocab Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Metrocab Metrocab Auto 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 Metrocab Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.4% MOT pass rate from 2,013 tests
66.8% MOT pass rate from 1,040 tests
The best year to buy a used Metrocab Metrocab Auto is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.4% across 2,013 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Metrocab Metrocab Auto Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metrocab Metrocab Auto THIS CAR | 69.4% | 5,980 | 313,577 mi | 26 yrs |
| Metrocab Auto | 65.9% | 9,025 | 240,049 mi | 35 yrs |
| Metrocab Manual | 63.4% | 6,749 | 257,510 mi | 34 yrs |
| Metrocab Metrocab | 67.6% | 2,068 | 311,398 mi | 26 yrs |
| Vauxhall Mokka Exclusiv Cdti S/s | 87.6% | 4,571 | 75,403 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Metrocab Auto (65.9% pass rate) and the Metrocab Manual (63.4% pass rate), the Metrocab Metrocab Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Metrocab Metrocab Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.4% across 5,980 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Metrocab Metrocab Auto are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (518 recorded failures), track rod end ball joint has excessive play (227), and registration plate lamp not working (197). 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 Metrocab Auto owner drives around 18,847 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 Metrocab Auto models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.