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AE59 AFZ

2009 London Taxis Int TX4

Black Diesel 2486cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

305,334 mi
Last recorded305,334 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2009 London Taxis Int TX4185,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE59 AFZ
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX4
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,486cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 305,334 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 305,334 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 298,473 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 291,139 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 291,121 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 287,165 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 273,177 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 273,177 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 260,550 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 249,269 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 249,269 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 236,818 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 225,167 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 213,333 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 198,606 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 198,606 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 185,038 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 170,277 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 155,477 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 140,745 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 140,745 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 124,483 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 108,871 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX4?

Based on 310,078 MOT tests across 13,930 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
20,630
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
13,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,353
Registration plate lamp not working 5,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,809
suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush 4,225
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,771
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AE59 AFZ is a 2009 London Taxis Int TX4 in Black with a 2,486cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2009 London Taxis Int TX4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 185,331 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int TX4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,353 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE59 AFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX4 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this London Taxis Int TX4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE59 AFZ registered?

AE59 AFZ is a 2009 London Taxis Int TX4, first registered on 14 October 2009.

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