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N388 JLK

1996 Metrocab Manual

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

282,119 mi
Last recorded282,119 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2014
Typical for 1996 Metrocab Manual238,721 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN388 JLK
MakeMetrocab
ModelManual
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2014 282,119 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 266,097 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

alternator and power steering belts slight cracks

Fail 25 Feb 2013 266,059 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 261,889 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 255,062 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 234,735 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 221,127 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 194,103 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 158,635 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 158,623 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2006 147,763 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 147,629 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Metrocab Manual?

Based on 6,749 MOT tests across 990 vehicles.

63.4%
Pass Rate
16,090
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
990
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 698
parking brake recording little or no effort 384
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine 330
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 279
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 245
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N388 JLK is a 1996 Metrocab Manual in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Metrocab Manual models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 238,721 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Metrocab Manual fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 698 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N388 JLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Metrocab Manual typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Metrocab Manual is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N388 JLK registered?

N388 JLK is a 1996 Metrocab Manual, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N388 JLK safe to buy?

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