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T838 ALN

1999 Metrocab Auto

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

310,625 mi
Last recorded310,625 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Auto239,071 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT838 ALN
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 310,625 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 310,625 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 310,584 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 310,459 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 310,287 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front brake discs worn,slight exhaust blow,front suspension bushes perrishing,oil leak rear leaf springs rusty & bushes perrishing.

Pass 18 Jan 2012 307,881 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 307,664 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 307,392 miles

front brake discs worn various suspension bushes perrishing fuel pump loose

Pass 17 Aug 2010 304,750 miles

handbrake high slight play in steering slight play in both rear wheel bearings steering shaft rubbing in coolant hose suspension bushes perrishing rear exhaust rubber perrishing slight exhaust blow slight play in front suspension arms

Pass 26 Jan 2010 303,631 miles

o/s/r seatbelt buckle damaged slight play in steering front suspension bushes perrishing

Pass 9 Oct 2009 299,521 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 286,256 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside headlight on upper limit

Fail 18 May 2009 286,016 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Battery insecure

Nearside headlight on upper limit

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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T838 ALN is a 1999 Metrocab Auto in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 T838 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 T838 ALN?

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What year was T838 ALN registered?

T838 ALN is a 1999 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 16 June 1999.

Is T838 ALN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T838 ALN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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