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P432 HNF

1996 Carbodies Taxi

Black Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,343 mi
Last recorded33,343 miles
Recorded on1 May 2014
Typical for 1996 Carbodies Taxi319,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP432 HNF
MakeCarbodies
ModelTaxi
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2014 33,343 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 1 May 2014 33,343 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 21 May 2013 32,988 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear seat base removed

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 24 May 2012 32,599 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nsf tyre sidewall damage

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 May 2012 32,599 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nsf tyre sidewall damage

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 May 2011 32,045 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

N/S/F Tyre worn on outside wall

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Carbodies Taxi?

Based on 451 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
1,677
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 26
fog lamp not working 25
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 23
Stop lamp not working 20
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P432 HNF is a 1996 Carbodies Taxi in Black with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Carbodies Taxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 319,683 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 Carbodies Taxi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P432 HNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Carbodies Taxi typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Carbodies Taxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P432 HNF registered?

P432 HNF is a 1996 Carbodies Taxi, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P432 HNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P432 HNF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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