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E78 LYU

1988 Carbodies Taxi

Red Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,009 mi
Last recorded100,009 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE78 LYU
MakeCarbodies
ModelTaxi
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2006 100,009 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 100,009 miles

How Reliable is the Carbodies Taxi?

Based on 451 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
1,677
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 26
fog lamp not working 25
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 23
Stop lamp not working 20
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E78 LYU is a 1988 Carbodies Taxi in Red with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Carbodies Taxi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E78 LYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Carbodies Taxi typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 38 years old, this Carbodies Taxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E78 LYU registered?

E78 LYU is a 1988 Carbodies Taxi, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is E78 LYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E78 LYU shows 2 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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