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T839 ALN

1999 Metrocab Manual

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,201 mi
Last recorded174,201 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Manual276,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT839 ALN
MakeMetrocab
ModelManual
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2015 174,201 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 172,665 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 169,853 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2013 167,297 miles

border line freeplay in steering

osr and both front tyres low on edges

How Reliable is the Metrocab Manual?

Based on 6,749 MOT tests across 990 vehicles.

63.4%
Pass Rate
16,090
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
990
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 698
parking brake recording little or no effort 384
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine 330
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 279
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 245
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T839 ALN is a 1999 Metrocab Manual in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Metrocab Manual models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 276,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Metrocab Manual fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 698 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T839 ALN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Metrocab Manual typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 27 years old, this Metrocab Manual is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T839 ALN registered?

T839 ALN is a 1999 Metrocab Manual, first registered on 19 July 1999.

Is T839 ALN safe to buy?

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