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MX53 OMB

2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Yellow Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

559,647 mi
Last recorded559,647 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto312,580 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 OMB
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 559,647 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 542,833 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 516,476 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 488,638 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 452,301 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 428,069 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 428,069 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 417,898 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 388,023 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 351,495 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 351,485 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 347,987 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 318,325 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 265,860 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 265,857 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 236,315 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 190,018 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 141,742 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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MX53 OMB is a 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Yellow with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MX53 OMB, 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 MX53 OMB registered?

MX53 OMB is a 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 28 October 2003.

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