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MF51 RYO

2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Blue Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

509,598 mi
Last recorded509,598 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto309,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 RYO
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 509,598 miles
Fail 2 May 2016 509,321 miles

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking FUEL PUMP AREA OF ENGINE (7.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2015 490,785 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 467,740 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 May 2014 467,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2013 442,000 miles
Fail 14 May 2013

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 413,482 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 385,479 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 384,335 miles

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

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 May 2010 355,704 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 326,177 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 325,925 miles

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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MF51 RYO is a 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Blue with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 309,213 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 MF51 RYO, 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 24 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 MF51 RYO registered?

MF51 RYO is a 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 21 February 2002.

Is MF51 RYO safe to buy?

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