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LK53 BZM

2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Grey Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

358,520 mi
Last recorded358,520 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto312,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 BZM
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 358,520 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 351,684 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 351,684 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SHORT BAR (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive COOLER PIPES (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 347,073 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 341,252 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 331,858 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 331,856 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 325,887 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 317,633 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 309,436 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2015 309,436 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 301,612 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 295,488 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 295,487 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 186,498 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 286,498 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 279,550 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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LK53 BZM is a 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Grey with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LK53 BZM, 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 LK53 BZM registered?

LK53 BZM is a 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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