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H255 GLB

1991 Metrocab Auto

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

114,973 mi
Last recorded114,973 miles
Recorded on13 May 2010
Typical for 1991 Metrocab Auto119,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH255 GLB
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2010 114,973 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

engine oil leak

nearside rear back plate damp

offside front tyre worn to the limit on inner edge

Fail 7 May 2010 114,932 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

engine oil leak

nearside rear back plate damp

offside front tyre worn to the limit on inner edge

Pass 6 May 2009 110,528 miles

both front suspension bottom trunnion joints slight wear

centre row seatbelt not tested(child seat fitted)

nearside front door mirror lens cracked

offside front door mirror lens cracked

Fail 6 May 2009 110,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front suspension bottom trunnion joints slight wear

centre row seatbelt not tested(child seat fitted)

nearside front door mirror lens cracked

offside front door mirror lens cracked

Pass 25 Apr 2008 104,804 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 104,793 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 99,507 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 99,244 miles

engine oil leak

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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H255 GLB is a 1991 Metrocab Auto in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1991 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.0% with a typical mileage of 119,870 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 H255 GLB, 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 35 years old, this Metrocab Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H255 GLB registered?

H255 GLB is a 1991 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 2 May 1991.

Is H255 GLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H255 GLB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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