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J289 EGG

1991 Metrocab Auto

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

372,748 mi
Last recorded372,748 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2007
Typical for 1991 Metrocab Auto119,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ289 EGG
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2007 372,748 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 372,222 miles

both front headlights insecure

Fail 19 Mar 2007 372,218 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 352,375 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 352,364 miles

Brake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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J289 EGG is a 1991 Metrocab Auto in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 J289 EGG, 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.

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What year was J289 EGG registered?

J289 EGG is a 1991 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 5 December 1991.

Is J289 EGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J289 EGG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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