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V362 HBY

1999 Metrocab Auto

Yellow Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

242,353 mi
Last recorded242,353 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Auto239,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV362 HBY
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 242,353 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 231,620 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 231,611 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 224,972 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 210,779 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 199,011 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 185,057 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 298,985 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 286,803 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 286,797 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 259,273 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 246,172 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 246,165 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2011 232,459 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 218,077 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 218,067 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 6 May 2009 138,285 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 120,532 miles

condition of front discs

corrosion on brake pipes

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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V362 HBY is a 1999 Metrocab Auto in Yellow with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V362 HBY, 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 V362 HBY registered?

V362 HBY is a 1999 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 28 September 1999.

Is V362 HBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V362 HBY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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