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SF53 HYG

2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Black Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

633,005 mi
Last recorded633,005 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto312,580 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 HYG
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 633,005 miles

Front Coil spring worn both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

underside of vehicle heavily under sealed

Fail 3 Sep 2020 632,985 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering box insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 623,798 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 623,612 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 501,766 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 578,737 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 578,250 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear metal brake pipe corroded to excess at connection with rear flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 549,196 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 549,010 miles

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

Fuel tank insecure retaining strap corroded & breaking up (7.2.1)

Nearside Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure idler - excessive movement (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 520,905 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 494,156 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 469,458 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2013 469,413 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 432,230 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 432,163 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 391,724 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 390,706 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 351,769 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN

Pass 13 Aug 2009 31,045 miles

How Reliable is the Metrocab Metrocab Auto?

Based on 5,980 MOT tests across 438 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
18,847
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
438
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 518
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 227
Registration plate lamp not working 197
wheel bearing has excessive play 179
Stop lamp not working 145
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SF53 HYG is a 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Black with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 312,580 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 Metrocab Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 518 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF53 HYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Metrocab Metrocab Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Metrocab Metrocab Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SF53 HYG is a 2003 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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