CarVerify

Free Car Check

MK52 VZB

2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Grey Diesel 2446cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests36 (25 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate69.4%

Mileage

240,972 mi
Last recorded240,972 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto309,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Metrocab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 VZB
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

25 pass 11 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 240,972 miles

Offside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Near body mount (marked) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 234,050 miles

Nearside Rear hub seal leaking

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Aug 2017 228,114 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 228,065 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings frame corroded away (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 218,938 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 218,516 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported weld broken between bracket to hub (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Aug 2016 207,362 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 207,245 miles

Centre Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 199,302 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 192,081 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 184,337 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 174,924 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 166,827 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 158,294 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 158,239 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 148,193 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 140,730 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 140,716 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f bottom shock bush worn

Pass 19 Apr 2012 135,832 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 135,721 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

pas fuild leak at pump

Fail 20 Mar 2012 135,690 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2012 135,232 miles

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 127,606 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 127,584 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 121,624 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 116,848 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 108,298 miles

Nearside front tyre close to fouling vehicle on full lock

Offside Front Lower Brake has a slight discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 99,223 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 90,447 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 90,420 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 89,152 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 80,276 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 72,198 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 72,138 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 62,040 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 45,076 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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
Full Metrocab Metrocab Auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MK52 VZB is a 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Grey with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 36 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.4%.

Across all 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 309,213 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 MK52 VZB, 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 24 years old, this Metrocab Metrocab Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MK52 VZB?

You can check the full history of MK52 VZB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MK52 VZB registered?

MK52 VZB is a 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is MK52 VZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK52 VZB shows 36 tests with a 69.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK52 VZB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MK52 VZB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.