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N162 DML

1996 Metrocab Auto

Maroon Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,712 mi
Last recorded139,712 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2006
Typical for 1996 Metrocab Auto246,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN162 DML
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2006 139,712 miles

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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N162 DML is a 1996 Metrocab Auto in Maroon with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 246,562 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 N162 DML, 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 30 years old, this Metrocab Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N162 DML registered?

N162 DML is a 1996 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 21 June 1996.

Is N162 DML safe to buy?

The MOT history for N162 DML shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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