Austin 1800 vs Austin Metro city: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Austin 1800
80%
MOT pass rate · 29,513 vehicles
More reliable
Austin Metro city
67%
MOT pass rate · 197,399 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate, the Austin 1800 is the more reliable of the two — 80% pass first time versus 67%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Head to head
| Measure | Austin 1800 | Austin Metro city |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 80% ✓ | 67% |
| MOT failure rate | 20% ✓ | 33% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.4 ✓ | 2.0 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% | 0% |
| Average mileage | 64,673 mi | 57,745 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 29,513 | 197,399 |
Most common faults
Austin 1800
- Oil leak
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Austin Metro city
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Oil leak
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate, the Austin 1800 is the more reliable of the two — 80% pass first time versus 67%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
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Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.