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V378 GLF

2000 Metrocab Auto

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

398,946 mi
Last recorded398,946 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2017
Typical for 2000 Metrocab Auto288,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV378 GLF
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2017 398,946 miles

Central Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Coolant leak ()

Pass 1 Aug 2017 396,593 miles

Offside Rear Tyre deteriorated on sidewall

Fail 27 Jul 2017 396,529 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases After center box (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed On sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Exhaust rubber mount split

Offside Rear Tyre deteriorated on sidewall

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Mar 2017 392,572 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres 3-4mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Mar 2017 392,531 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Manifold area (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure Lower bush (2.7.2b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres 3-4mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 384,116 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 375,558 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 8 Feb 2016 375,536 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 366,409 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 366,335 miles

Fuel hose leaking leak off pipe (7.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 355,883 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 390,377 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 327,531 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 359,250 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 359,176 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 343,832 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 337,322 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 329,552 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 317,548 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 307,055 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 295,720 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 288,958 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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V378 GLF is a 2000 Metrocab Auto in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2000 Metrocab Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 288,958 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 V378 GLF, 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 26 years old, this Metrocab Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V378 GLF registered?

V378 GLF is a 2000 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 26 January 2000.

Is V378 GLF safe to buy?

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