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R595 VUT

1998 Metrocab Auto

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

352,853 mi
Last recorded352,853 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2011
Typical for 1998 Metrocab Auto231,600 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR595 VUT
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2011 352,853 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 326,614 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 301,424 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2008 273,136 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 273,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 244,534 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 244,184 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin locking device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin locking device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin locking device missing (2.4.B.3b)

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

rear brake pipes rusty

Pass 15 Feb 2006 212,831 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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R595 VUT is a 1998 Metrocab Auto in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 231,600 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 R595 VUT, 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 28 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 R595 VUT registered?

R595 VUT is a 1998 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is R595 VUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R595 VUT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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