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N193 HLR

1996 Metrocab Auto

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

269,289 mi
Last recorded269,289 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2010
Typical for 1996 Metrocab Auto246,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN193 HLR
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2010 269,289 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 269,289 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 252,059 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 252,059 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

throttle pedal stop, linkage assemble has been ajusted to prevent full throttle for exhaust emissions test

Pass 9 Apr 2008 238,517 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 225,097 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 225,074 miles

Offside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Mar 2007 224,318 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 190,384 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 190,303 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

front screen chipped

o/s rear fuel & brake pipes corroded

slight play in n/s & o/s front lower swivel joints

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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N193 HLR is a 1996 Metrocab Auto in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N193 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N193 HLR registered?

N193 HLR is a 1996 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 20 March 1996.

Is N193 HLR safe to buy?

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