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V286 GLE

1999 Metrocab Auto

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

337,905 mi
Last recorded337,905 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Metrocab Auto239,071 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV286 GLE
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2013 337,905 miles

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

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

osr tyre slightly worn on inner edge

wipers smear

Fail 6 Feb 2013 337,808 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

osr tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Jan 2012 330,541 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

front suspension trunion bushes worn

fuel tank support straps corroded

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

rear axle noisey

slight oil leak from offside rear hub

Fail 24 Jan 2012 330,541 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt obviously repaired (5.2.2c)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front suspension trunion bushes worn

fuel tank support straps corroded

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

rear axle noisey

Pass 5 Feb 2011 325,437 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 323,400 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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V286 GLE is a 1999 Metrocab Auto in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V286 GLE, 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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V286 GLE is a 1999 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 5 November 1999.

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