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V608 DVU

1999 Metrocab Manual

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

438,237 mi
Last recorded438,237 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Manual276,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV608 DVU
MakeMetrocab
ModelManual
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 438,237 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 438,033 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 423,900 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 409,143 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 408,929 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting loose bolt missing from lower platform (2.4.C.3a)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded at chassis (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure frame corroded underneath (6.2.A.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 394,256 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 383,422 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 383,047 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 368,790 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 355,534 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 341,462 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 327,581 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 315,316 miles

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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V608 DVU is a 1999 Metrocab Manual in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V608 DVU, 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.

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What year was V608 DVU registered?

V608 DVU is a 1999 Metrocab Manual, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V608 DVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V608 DVU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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