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W989 ULX

2000 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Black Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

344,826 mi
Last recorded344,826 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Metrocab Metrocab Auto324,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW989 ULX
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2015 344,826 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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 a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front exhaust section (flexi) slightly damaged

rear back box corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2014 320,332 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2013 296,342 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 296,025 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 272,252 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 251,533 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 230,214 miles

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2010 230,203 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 209,750 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 209,750 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 199,093 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 171,836 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 170,819 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

How Reliable is the Metrocab Metrocab Auto?

Based on 5,980 MOT tests across 438 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
18,847
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
438
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 518
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 227
Registration plate lamp not working 197
wheel bearing has excessive play 179
Stop lamp not working 145
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W989 ULX is a 2000 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Black with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2000 Metrocab Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 324,261 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 Metrocab Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 518 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W989 ULX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Metrocab Metrocab Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Metrocab Metrocab Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W989 ULX registered?

W989 ULX is a 2000 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 14 July 2000.

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