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BG08 KGF

2008 London Taxis Int TX4

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

497,707 mi
Last recorded497,707 miles
Recorded on24 May 2021
Typical for 2008 London Taxis Int TX4190,038 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 KGF
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2021 497,707 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 497,707 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Axle with loose fixing bolts Rear pin snapped (5.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 495,543 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal sill at outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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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BG08 KGF is a 2008 London Taxis Int TX4 in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 London Taxis Int TX4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 190,038 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 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 BG08 KGF, 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 18 years old, this London Taxis Int TX4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG08 KGF registered?

BG08 KGF is a 2008 London Taxis Int TX4, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BG08 KGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 KGF shows 3 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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