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V291 GLE

1999 Metrocab Auto

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

516,516 mi
Last recorded516,516 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Auto239,071 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV291 GLE
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 516,516 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 484,484 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2015 452,102 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 419,655 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 389,515 miles

Centre Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

o/s/r fuel lines corroded

Fail 22 May 2013 389,507 miles

Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Sub-frame locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Centre Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

o/s/r fuel lines corroded

Pass 15 May 2012 360,563 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

pedal rubber

Pass 16 May 2011 307,728 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 294,741 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

front brake discs slightly worn

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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V291 GLE is a 1999 Metrocab Auto in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V291 GLE, 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

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What year was V291 GLE registered?

V291 GLE is a 1999 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 25 November 1999.

Is V291 GLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V291 GLE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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