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DK05 BYB

2005 London Taxis Int Tx II

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

627,985 mi
Last recorded627,985 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II250,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 BYB
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTx II
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 627,985 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 609,721 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 577,500 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016
Pass 19 Apr 2016 530,500 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 497,150 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 457,899 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 413,900 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 413,890 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2012 29,997 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011
Pass 22 Apr 2010 999,770 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009
Pass 1 May 2008 170,029 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 115,206 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 54,525 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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DK05 BYB is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DK05 BYB, 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 DK05 BYB registered?

DK05 BYB is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is DK05 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 BYB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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