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A4 TOA

1998 Metrocab Auto

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

251,112 mi
Last recorded251,112 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Metrocab Auto231,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 TOA
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 251,112 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 21 Jun 2010 236,933 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 236,933 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 223,200 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 207,651 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 190,300 miles

fuel pump maximum stop adjusted to give lower revs

Pass 20 Jun 2006 170,654 miles

fuel tank straps corroded

o/s front indicator dull

How Reliable is the Metrocab Auto?

Based on 9,025 MOT tests across 1,389 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
15,491
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,389
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 779
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 448
parking brake recording little or no effort 392
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine 354
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 329
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A4 TOA is a 1998 Metrocab Auto in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 231,600 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Metrocab Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A4 TOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Metrocab Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Metrocab Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A4 TOA registered?

A4 TOA is a 1998 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is A4 TOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 TOA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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