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W573 UBY

2000 Metrocab Auto

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

295,155 mi
Last recorded295,155 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 2000 Metrocab Auto288,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW573 UBY
MakeMetrocab
ModelAuto
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 295,155 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 285,254 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 265,797 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 247,910 miles

slight lift in steering column

Pass 17 Jun 2009 229,044 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 208,328 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 186,152 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 185,731 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 167,021 miles

rear brake application slightly uneven

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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W573 UBY is a 2000 Metrocab Auto in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W573 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

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What year was W573 UBY registered?

W573 UBY is a 2000 Metrocab Auto, first registered on 14 March 2000.

Is W573 UBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W573 UBY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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