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BV53 BXZ

2003 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze

Black Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

262,122 mi
Last recorded262,122 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze227,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 BXZ
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Bronze
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 262,122 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal, also look corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel pipe chafing across rear axle (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mountings badly corroded especially where marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view marks on screen drivers side (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 261,998 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering locking device ineffective drag link end lock nut loose, as marked (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel pipe damaged near rear axle (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Steering system excessively rough heavy and noisey (2.1.1 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal, also look corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mountings badly corroded especially where marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view marks on screen drivers side (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 228,184 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 292,530 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

all brake pipes heavily under-sealed unable to properly inspect

Fail 21 May 2019 292,530 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

all brake pipes heavily under-sealed unable to properly inspect

Pass 1 Nov 2018 275,313 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion on most brake pipes rears are worse need attention. (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blow and slight split by weld repair. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both brakes binding. (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both n/s and o/s chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

steering damper bush n/s worn.

Fail 31 Oct 2018 275,275 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected cross member split by steering box yellow chalked. (2.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working wire broken on pedal switch. (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion on most brake pipes rears are worse need attention. (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blow and slight split by weld repair. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both brakes binding. (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both n/s and o/s chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

steering damper bush n/s worn.

Pass 14 May 2018 267,351 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 254,544 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 254,544 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2017 238,297 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view door mirror (8.1.2a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 222,811 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 222,811 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2016 212,857 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 200,798 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 189,329 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 189,169 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 179,667 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 168,328 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 156,536 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 139,264 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 139,123 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 108,053 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 76,609 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 54,297 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 21,835 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 21,832 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 120,068 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 89,954 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze?

Based on 72,025 MOT tests across 6,297 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
21,868
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
6,297
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,326
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,069
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,916
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,783
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 2,280
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BV53 BXZ is a 2003 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze in Black with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 2003 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 227,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze fails its MOT is body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 4,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV53 BXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BV53 BXZ is a 2003 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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