Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1993 Metrocab Auto?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1993 Metrocab Auto?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1993 Metrocab Auto?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1993 Metrocab Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 174 vehicles, the 1993 Metrocab Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1993 Metrocab Auto?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Q: What are common problems with the 1993 Metrocab Auto?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1993 Metrocab Auto are: Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (37.8% of vehicles), Oil leak (28.7% of vehicles), Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (21.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

174 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.2% first-time pass rate

1993 Metrocab Auto

CarHunch analysed 174 real MOT records for the 1993 Metrocab Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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We have limited data for the 1993 Metrocab Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

79.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.34

Over 1.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

207k

Middle half: 107k–260k

For context

These stats describe 174 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 174 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 37.8%

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Service brake: efficiency below requirements · Brakes imbalanced across an axle · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 28.7%

Oil leak · Fuel pipe/s corroded · Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A'

Exhaust & emissions 21.7%

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine · Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Suspension & steering 13.3%

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush · Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre wear 8.4%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 8.4%

Offside Stop lamp not working · Nearside Stop lamp not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Wipers & washers 7%

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1993.

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Before you buy a 1993 Metrocab Auto

Based on MOT data from 174 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	172	78.9%	0.34

Mileage Distribution

Most 1993 Metrocab Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

206,852

typical

107,017

low mileage

260,221

high mileage

Half of all 1993 Metrocab Auto vehicles fall between 107,017 and 260,221 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 107,017 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 107,017–260,221 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1993 Metrocab Autos sit.

⚠ Over 351,298 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.34

Avg failures per vehicle

1.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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