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MK52 VYV

2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Yellow Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

515,668 mi
Last recorded515,668 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto312,580 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 VYV
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 515,668 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 501,973 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 501,927 miles

Fuel pipe insecure rear, fouling chassis , and isecure above differential (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Nearside , mid-rear section of chassis , as per marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 489,225 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 454,812 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 454,740 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 402,363 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 170,188 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 150,302 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 129,138 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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MK52 VYV is a 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Yellow with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MK52 VYV, 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 MK52 VYV registered?

MK52 VYV is a 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 13 January 2003.

Is MK52 VYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK52 VYV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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