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W378 ULO

2000 Metrocab Auto

Green Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

362,914 mi
Last recorded362,914 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 2000 Metrocab Auto288,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW378 ULO
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 362,914 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 362,914 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 354,088 miles

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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

drivers seat base cushion loose

Pass 30 Oct 2014 348,419 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 338,942 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 338,942 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Oct 2013 331,887 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 331,887 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 325,254 miles

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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W378 ULO is a 2000 Metrocab Auto in Green with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 288,958 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W378 ULO, 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 26 years old, this Metrocab Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W378 ULO?

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What year was W378 ULO registered?

W378 ULO is a 2000 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W378 ULO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W378 ULO shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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