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X694 HLE

2000 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Black Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

404,684 mi
Last recorded404,684 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 2000 Metrocab Metrocab Auto324,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX694 HLE
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 404,684 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 393,861 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 1 Oct 2015 393,861 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 383,124 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 383,124 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 372,049 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 372,049 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 361,224 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 361,224 miles

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)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 340,781 miles

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

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)

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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X694 HLE is a 2000 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Black with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 X694 HLE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X694 HLE registered?

X694 HLE is a 2000 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 10 October 2000.

Is X694 HLE safe to buy?

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