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W561 UBY

2000 Metrocab Auto

Yellow Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

327,654 mi
Last recorded327,654 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Metrocab Auto288,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW561 UBY
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 327,654 miles

Fuel pipe(s) corroded

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 327,654 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Fuel pipe(s) corroded

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 May 2015 306,454 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Fail 5 May 2015 306,454 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2015 301,599 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 285,707 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 256,773 miles

both front discs worn

Pass 5 Mar 2008 186,511 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 186,510 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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W561 UBY is a 2000 Metrocab Auto in Yellow with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W561 UBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W561 UBY?

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What year was W561 UBY registered?

W561 UBY is a 2000 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 21 March 2000.

Is W561 UBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W561 UBY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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