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LK51 RXG

2001 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Red Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

368,028 mi
Last recorded368,028 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Metrocab Metrocab Auto293,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 RXG
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 368,028 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 368,026 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 355,407 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 355,407 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part rubbing on wheel (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when lights are fully loaded (1.1.A.3f)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 341,976 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 341,975 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 327,851 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 327,850 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 Dec 2014 314,463 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 314,463 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 299,981 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 285,725 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 274,038 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 273,803 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2013 273,803 miles

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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LK51 RXG is a 2001 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Red with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Metrocab Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 293,027 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 LK51 RXG, 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 25 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 LK51 RXG registered?

LK51 RXG is a 2001 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 19 November 2001.

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