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T834 ALN

1999 Metrocab Auto

Blue Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

233,949 mi
Last recorded233,949 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Auto239,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT834 ALN
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 233,949 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 231,853 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 226,900 miles

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Jan 2015 226,900 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2014 220,103 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 215,895 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 207,672 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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T834 ALN is a 1999 Metrocab Auto in Blue with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 239,071 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 T834 ALN, 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 27 years old, this Metrocab Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T834 ALN?

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What year was T834 ALN registered?

T834 ALN is a 1999 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 9 June 1999.

Is T834 ALN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T834 ALN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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