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L789 PMC

1993 Metrocab Auto

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,295 mi
Last recorded132,295 miles
Recorded on31 May 2007
Typical for 1993 Metrocab Auto158,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL789 PMC
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 31 May 2007 132,295 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jan 2006 132,244 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine oil leak causing softness of rubber mounts

oil leak on nearside rear axle

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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L789 PMC is a 1993 Metrocab Auto in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 158,192 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 L789 PMC, 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 33 years old, this Metrocab Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L789 PMC registered?

L789 PMC is a 1993 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 2 November 1993.

Is L789 PMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L789 PMC shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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