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T848 ALN

1999 Metrocab Auto

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,805 mi
Last recorded89,805 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Auto239,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT848 ALN
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 89,805 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 194,454 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 194,208 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 193,816 miles

FRONT SHOCKS WORN

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 193,816 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

FRONT SHOCKS WORN

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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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T848 ALN is a 1999 Metrocab Auto in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 T848 ALN, 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

How do I check the history of T848 ALN?

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What year was T848 ALN registered?

T848 ALN is a 1999 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is T848 ALN safe to buy?

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