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V563 DLE

1999 Metrocab Auto

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

437,012 mi
Last recorded437,012 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Auto239,071 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV563 DLE
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 437,012 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 436,946 miles

Service brake lagging in operation excessive foot brake free play (1.2.1 (d))

Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2018 422,639 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 422,639 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 407,049 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 388,622 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 369,131 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 369,131 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel BROCKEN ON TEST (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 352,253 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 334,284 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 334,284 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 315,816 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 307,432 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 296,966 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 283,542 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 270,414 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 258,286 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 245,078 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 230,108 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 230,087 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

1 of 2 fuel tank straps corroded

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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V563 DLE is a 1999 Metrocab Auto in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V563 DLE, 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.

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What year was V563 DLE registered?

V563 DLE is a 1999 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 7 September 1999.

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