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LK03 AEW

2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Grey Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

380,689 mi
Last recorded380,689 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto312,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 AEW
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc
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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 380,689 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 380,595 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 368,738 miles

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 368,667 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 360,278 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 360,135 miles

Emissions not tested due to oil leak from engine and engine noise (8.2.2.2 (e))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 342,976 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 342,976 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 342,160 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 334,658 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 334,658 miles

Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 328,260 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 328,260 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 322,168 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 322,168 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 321,285 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 319,129 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 316,285 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 301,153 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 296,304 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 283,673 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 383,673 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Metrocab Metrocab Auto?

Based on 5,980 MOT tests across 438 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
18,847
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
438
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 518
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 227
Registration plate lamp not working 197
wheel bearing has excessive play 179
Stop lamp not working 145
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LK03 AEW is a 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Grey with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 312,580 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Metrocab Metrocab Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 518 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK03 AEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Metrocab Metrocab Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Metrocab Metrocab Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK03 AEW registered?

LK03 AEW is a 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 24 June 2003.

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