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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Austin Metro L. Check any Metro L by registration number below.

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69.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.2%

vs Austin Avg

3

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Austin Metro L — MOT Reliability Overview

The Austin Metro L has an average MOT pass rate of 69.7%, which is 9.2 percentage points below the Austin brand average of 78.9%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Metro L on the road.

Before buying a used Austin Metro L, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Austin Metro L performs at MOT across different model years.

1989

Based on 47 vehicles

61.7%Below Average
Austin average: 78.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

45.7%

1988

Based on 32 vehicles

71.9%Average
Austin average: 78.9%
Dangerous Defects

9.5%

Retest Rate

38.1%

0

Based on 45 vehicles

75.6%Good
Austin average: 78.9%
Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear

29.8%

Offside

17.0%

Rear Nearside

12.8%

Other Austin Models

Compare MOT reliability across Austin models.

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69.4% pass rate

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93.3% pass rate

Austin Mini Cooper S

92.5% pass rate

Austin Mini 1000 City E

70.9% pass rate

Austin Mini Thirty Auto

71.4% pass rate

Austin Mini Chelsea

71.7% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Austin Metro L

Austin Metro L — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Austin Metro L MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Austin Metro L?
The average MOT pass rate for the Austin Metro L is 69.7% compared to the Austin average of 78.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Austin Metro L?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Austin Metro L reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 69.7%, the Austin Metro L is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Austin Metro L?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Austin Metro L?
Typical mileage for the Austin Metro L: 47,587 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Metro L to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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