CarVerify

Free Car Check

BU51 SZX

2001 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver

Silver Diesel 2664cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests34 (26 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

370,192 mi
Last recorded370,192 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver342,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this London Taxis Int
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 SZX
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

26 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 370,192 miles

Underbody in poor condition

Fail 6 Dec 2018 294,349 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced B post (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering box insecure bolt loose (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 284,332 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 284,326 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 274,960 miles

Offside 1st body mount bolt not through nut enough

Fail 6 Dec 2017 242,780 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired In wheel arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion Sill, 3rd body mount (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion Sill, 4th body mount and where sill meets rear wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside 1st body mount bolt not through nut enough

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive In wheel arch (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2017 229,612 miles

Heavy use of underseal

Pass 6 Dec 2016 220,892 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 592,687 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 580,934 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 565,234 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 551,874 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 534,945 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 513,922 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 500,202 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 478,534 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 465,869 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 111,473 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 428,104 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 411,037 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 393,446 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 388,058 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 20 Mar 2010 388,058 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

oil presure switch leaking oil

Pass 3 Dec 2009 371,548 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 352,671 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 334,154 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 8 Dec 2008 334,154 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 311,008 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 311,008 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Fail 5 Dec 2007 288,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 288,406 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 267,424 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 267,424 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 240,928 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX1 Silver?

Based on 44,664 MOT tests across 4,106 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
20,037
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,837
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,802
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,507
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,485
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,421
Full London Taxis Int TX1 Silver reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BU51 SZX is a 2001 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver in Silver with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 342,771 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int TX1 Silver fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 1,837 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 SZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX1 Silver typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this London Taxis Int TX1 Silver is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU51 SZX?

You can check the full history of BU51 SZX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BU51 SZX registered?

BU51 SZX is a 2001 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is BU51 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 SZX shows 34 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU51 SZX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BU51 SZX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.