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M305 DLM

1995 Metrocab Manual

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

242,117 mi
Last recorded242,117 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2005
Typical for 1995 Metrocab Manual265,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM305 DLM
MakeMetrocab
ModelManual
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2005 242,117 miles

fuel pipes at rear corroding

n/s rear outer hub seal leaking oil

slight play o/s king pin

How Reliable is the Metrocab Manual?

Based on 6,749 MOT tests across 990 vehicles.

63.4%
Pass Rate
16,090
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
990
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 698
parking brake recording little or no effort 384
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine 330
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 279
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 245
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M305 DLM is a 1995 Metrocab Manual in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Metrocab Manual models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 265,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Metrocab Manual fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 698 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M305 DLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Metrocab Manual typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 31 years old, this Metrocab Manual is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M305 DLM registered?

M305 DLM is a 1995 Metrocab Manual, first registered on 28 June 1995.

Is M305 DLM safe to buy?

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