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T235 JLL

1999 Metrocab Auto

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

312,046 mi
Last recorded312,046 miles
Recorded on27 May 2015
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Auto239,071 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT235 JLL
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2015 312,046 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Has corrosion on nsf floor above outrigger

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 22 May 2014 295,810 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front shock absorbers have a reduced damping action ( possible no oil in shocks )

Fail 22 May 2014 295,810 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front shock absorbers have a reduced damping action ( possible no oil in shocks )

Pass 7 Jun 2013 279,138 miles

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

rear fuel pipes slightly coroded

Pass 30 May 2012 265,275 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 250,329 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 250,329 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 233,646 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 76,698 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 218,058 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 201,820 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 181,685 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 159,817 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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T235 JLL is a 1999 Metrocab Auto in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1999 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 239,071 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 T235 JLL, 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 27 years old, this Metrocab Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T235 JLL registered?

T235 JLL is a 1999 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 6 May 1999.

Is T235 JLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T235 JLL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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