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

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86.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.3%

vs MG Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

MG Metro — MOT Reliability Overview

The MG Metro has an average MOT pass rate of 86.4%, which is 3.3 percentage points above the MG brand average of 83.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Metro is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used MG Metro, 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 MG Metro performs at MOT across different model years.

1989

Based on 96 vehicles

86.5%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

2.8%

1988

Based on 53 vehicles

96.2%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1985

Based on 32 vehicles

84.4%Good
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.7%

0

Based on 97 vehicles

78.4%Good
MG average: 83.1%
Mileage at 5yr

56k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

4.2%

Rear Offside

2.1%

Front Offside

2.1%

Other MG Models

Compare MOT reliability across MG models.

MG ZR

74.1% pass rate

MG 6

64.3% pass rate

MG 3

76.5% pass rate

MG MGB

70.0% pass rate

MG Mgb Roadster

95.5% pass rate

MG B Gt

75.0% 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 MG Metro

MG Metro — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the MG Metro MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the MG Metro?
The average MOT pass rate for the MG Metro is 86.4% compared to the MG average of 83.1%. 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 MG Metro?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the MG Metro reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 86.4%, the MG Metro is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a MG Metro?
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 MG Metro?
Typical mileage for the MG Metro: 56,256 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Metro to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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