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J351 LLO

1991 Metrocab Auto

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2007
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

258,410 mi
Last recorded258,410 miles
Recorded on19 May 2006
Typical for 1991 Metrocab Auto119,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ351 LLO
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2006 258,410 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 258,410 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2005 251,298 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 251,276 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 251,276 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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J351 LLO is a 1991 Metrocab Auto in Blue with a 2,500cc 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 J351 LLO, 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 J351 LLO registered?

J351 LLO is a 1991 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 18 November 1991.

Is J351 LLO safe to buy?

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