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

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73.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.6%

vs MG Avg

2

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

MG Metro Turbo — MOT Reliability Overview

The MG Metro Turbo has an average MOT pass rate of 73.5%, which is 9.6 percentage points below the MG brand average of 83.1%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Metro Turbo on the road.

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

1989

Based on 34 vehicles

73.5%Average
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

25.0%

0

Based on 34 vehicles

73.5%Average
MG average: 83.1%
Mileage at 5yr

53k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Nearside

5.9%

Rear

5.9%

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 Turbo

MG Metro Turbo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the MG Metro Turbo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the MG Metro Turbo?
The average MOT pass rate for the MG Metro Turbo is 73.5% 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 Turbo?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the MG Metro Turbo reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 73.5%, the MG Metro Turbo 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 MG Metro Turbo?
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 Turbo?
Typical mileage for the MG Metro Turbo: 52,509 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Metro Turbo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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