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N187 HLR

1996 Metrocab Auto

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

239,888 mi
Last recorded239,888 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Metrocab Auto246,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN187 HLR
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 239,888 miles

175r16c

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (7.1.2)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush both sides (2.5.A.3a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge and wearing thin strong advise

Pass 10 May 2017 238,871 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both wiper blades split

n/s/f tyre wearing thin

Fail 10 May 2017 238,871 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175r16c (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both wiper blades split

n/s/f tyre wearing thin

Pass 10 May 2016 237,515 miles

175r16c

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush both sides front (2.5.A.3a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

indicator switch worn

Pass 29 Apr 2015 236,377 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 231,757 miles

front windscreen cracked in corner

Pass 29 May 2013 231,148 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 231,072 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 231,001 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 229,722 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 226,323 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 213,460 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 213,446 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Metrocab Auto?

Based on 9,025 MOT tests across 1,389 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
15,491
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,389
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 779
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 448
parking brake recording little or no effort 392
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine 354
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 329
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N187 HLR is a 1996 Metrocab Auto in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 246,562 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Metrocab Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N187 HLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Metrocab Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Metrocab Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N187 HLR registered?

N187 HLR is a 1996 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 6 March 1996.

Is N187 HLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N187 HLR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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