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T514 JLD

1999 Metrocab Auto

Green Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

327,338 mi
Last recorded327,338 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Auto239,071 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT514 JLD
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 327,338 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 327,337 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 325,987 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 322,915 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Jun 2010 322,915 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2009 303,733 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 303,733 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 293,718 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 253,125 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 210,415 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 175,681 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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T514 JLD is a 1999 Metrocab Auto in Green with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 T514 JLD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T514 JLD registered?

T514 JLD is a 1999 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T514 JLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T514 JLD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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