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M358 BLD

1995 Metrocab Auto

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

166,534 mi
Last recorded166,534 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2008
Typical for 1995 Metrocab Auto225,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM358 BLD
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2008 166,534 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 166,534 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 146,149 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 145,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin locking device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin locking device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 125,425 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 125,271 miles

Centre Rear Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Upper Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Upper Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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M358 BLD is a 1995 Metrocab Auto in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 225,899 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 Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M358 BLD, 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 31 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 M358 BLD registered?

M358 BLD is a 1995 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 24 January 1995.

Is M358 BLD safe to buy?

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