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BU05 GKG

2005 London Taxis Int Tx II

Multi-colour Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

316,967 mi
Last recorded316,967 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II250,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 GKG
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTx II
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2021 316,967 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 310,725 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 302,305 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 294,812 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 286,186 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 277,170 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 268,240 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 259,647 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 250,270 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 239,393 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 229,944 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 218,425 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 210,845 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 200,850 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 190,165 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int Tx II?

Based on 168,997 MOT tests across 9,998 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
19,801
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
9,998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

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
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BU05 GKG is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II in Multi-colour with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 250,591 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int Tx II fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 8,931 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 GKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int Tx II typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this London Taxis Int Tx II is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 GKG registered?

BU05 GKG is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is BU05 GKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 GKG shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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