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SL02 EBN

2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

294,742 mi
Last recorded294,742 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto309,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 EBN
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc
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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 294,742 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 294,705 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 294,581 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 275,490 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 274,752 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake cable has restricted free movement Incorrectly routed and fouling on exhaust (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded Pipe going to upper front flex pipe corroded and swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted Retaining clip corroded away (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Chassis strengthening strut corroded away and upper frame where it connects is corroded and holed in several places (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe at caliper corroded and leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Chassis strengthening strut corroded away and upper frame where it connects is corroded and holed in several places ! (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2018 254,222 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 253,377 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 233,070 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 232,407 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working both rear (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 210,781 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 191,746 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 170,872 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 158,549 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 158,426 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Pass 8 Jun 2012 149,453 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2012 149,418 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 139,133 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 131,209 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 131,169 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 112,897 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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SL02 EBN is a 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 309,213 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 SL02 EBN, 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 24 years old, this Metrocab Metrocab Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SL02 EBN is a 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 23 May 2002.

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