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MK02 BYL

2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto

Grey Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

263,108 mi
Last recorded263,108 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto309,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK02 BYL
MakeMetrocab
ModelMetrocab Auto
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 263,108 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 239,223 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

dampness around fuel tank

front under floor seat supports showing corrosion

Pass 21 Sep 2016 218,770 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 217,463 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported centre bracket (7.1.1)

Offside Front Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 207,043 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 196,545 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 196,180 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 184,961 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 184,646 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 171,359 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 171,150 miles

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 156,835 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 142,900 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 142,863 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 129,507 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 129,486 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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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MK02 BYL is a 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto in Grey with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MK02 BYL, 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.

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What year was MK02 BYL registered?

MK02 BYL is a 2002 Metrocab Metrocab Auto, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is MK02 BYL safe to buy?

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