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P725 LVP

1997 Metrocab Manual

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

225,090 mi
Last recorded225,090 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2008
Typical for 1997 Metrocab Manual267,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP725 LVP
MakeMetrocab
ModelManual
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2008 225,090 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 225,043 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre slight wearing out on the inner eage

Pass 5 Apr 2007 205,419 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 202,933 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2006 181,629 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 181,353 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 8 Apr 2006 180,929 miles

Front Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

How Reliable is the Metrocab Manual?

Based on 6,749 MOT tests across 990 vehicles.

63.4%
Pass Rate
16,090
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
990
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 698
parking brake recording little or no effort 384
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine 330
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 279
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 245
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P725 LVP is a 1997 Metrocab Manual in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1997 Metrocab Manual models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 267,750 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 Manual fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 698 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P725 LVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Metrocab Manual typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Metrocab Manual is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P725 LVP registered?

P725 LVP is a 1997 Metrocab Manual, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P725 LVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P725 LVP shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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