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London Taxis Int Tx II Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the London Taxis Int Tx II reliable? We analysed 168,997 real MOT tests across 9,998 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 168,997 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
70.4%
Typical Mileage
255,001mi
Annual Mileage
19,801mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
24yrs

The London Taxis Int Tx II is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, track rod end ball joint has excessive play and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used London Taxis Int Tx II.

London Taxis Int Tx II Number Plates

Number plates registered to a London Taxis Int Tx II. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

London Taxis Int Tx II MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a London Taxis Int Tx II to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

67.6%
2011
70.5%
2010
78.6%
2009
77.8%
2008
68.8%
2007
71.8%
2006
71.4%
2005
69.8%
2004
69.5%
2003
68.8%
2002
69%
2001

London Taxis Int Tx II Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a London Taxis Int Tx II fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,931
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 5,079
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,037
Registration plate lamp not working 4,540
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 3,420
position lamp(s) not working 3,310
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,284
suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush 3,032
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 2,603
Headlamp aim too low 2,528

London Taxis Int Tx II Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical London Taxis Int Tx II owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
13,662 mi/yr
Typical
19,801 mi/yr
Average
21,396 mi/yr
Heavy usage
26,772 mi/yr

London Taxis Int Tx II MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the London Taxis Int Tx II year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2011 71 67.6% 117,727 175,729 315,896
2010 149 70.5% 83,701 171,857 274,200
2009 173 78.6% 43,775 114,428 173,768
2008 315 77.8% 61,413 167,230 271,546
2007 784 68.8% 123,720 201,893 260,115
2006 35,122 71.8% 181,661 240,631 303,100
2005 40,239 71.4% 186,691 250,591 315,878
2004 35,577 69.8% 171,782 246,308 317,253
2003 31,461 69.5% 180,299 260,966 333,580
2002 24,920 68.8% 228,775 290,788 351,889
2001 116 69.0% 125,449 183,092 299,760

How Long Does a London Taxis Int Tx II Last?

Based on 9,998 London Taxis Int Tx II vehicles on UK roads.

Average
13.8 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
24 years

London Taxis Int Tx II Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all London Taxis Int Tx II MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
255,001 mi
75th Percentile
322,999 mi
95th Percentile
436,516 mi
Max Recorded
3,133,264 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used London Taxis Int Tx II

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2009

78.6% MOT pass rate from 173 tests

Year to avoid
2011

67.6% MOT pass rate from 71 tests

The best year to buy a used London Taxis Int Tx II is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 78.6% across 173 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the London Taxis Int Tx II Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
London Taxis Int Tx II THIS CAR 70.4% 168,997 255,001 mi 24 yrs
London Taxis Int TX4 72.9% 310,078 165,288 mi 20 yrs
London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze 67% 72,025 337,520 mi 28 yrs
London Taxis Int TX1 Silver 67.7% 44,664 330,738 mi 28 yrs
Yamaha FZ6 86.9% 80,092 16,389 mi 23 yrs

Compared to the London Taxis Int TX4 (72.9% pass rate) and the London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze (67.0% pass rate), the London Taxis Int Tx II sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used London Taxis Int Tx II?

The London Taxis Int Tx II has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.4% across 168,997 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the London Taxis Int Tx II are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (8,931 recorded failures), track rod end ball joint has excessive play (5,079), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5,037). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical London Taxis Int Tx II owner drives around 19,801 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most London Taxis Int Tx II models stay on UK roads for around 24 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

London Taxis Int Tx II — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the London Taxis Int Tx II reliable?
Based on 168,997 MOT tests, the London Taxis Int Tx II has a 70.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a London Taxis Int Tx II?
The most common MOT failures are parking brake: efficiency below requirements, track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a London Taxis Int Tx II do per year?
The typical London Taxis Int Tx II does around 19,801 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a London Taxis Int Tx II last?
Most London Taxis Int Tx II models stay on UK roads for around 24 years based on our analysis of 9,998 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a London Taxis Int Tx II?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a London Taxis Int Tx II?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used London Taxis Int Tx II is 2009 with a 78.6% pass rate across 173 tests.