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N710 GLX

1996 Metrocab Auto

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2010
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

254,043 mi
Last recorded254,043 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2009
Typical for 1996 Metrocab Auto246,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN710 GLX
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2009 254,043 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 243,572 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 223,997 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 224,144 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 215,082 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 209,029 miles

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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N710 GLX is a 1996 Metrocab Auto in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N710 GLX, 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 N710 GLX registered?

N710 GLX is a 1996 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is N710 GLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N710 GLX shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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