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F173 PYO

1989 Carbodies Taxi

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,858 mi
Last recorded125,858 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF173 PYO
MakeCarbodies
ModelTaxi
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2006 125,858 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 125,858 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 124,383 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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F173 PYO is a 1989 Carbodies Taxi in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F173 PYO, 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 37 years old, this Carbodies Taxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of F173 PYO?

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What year was F173 PYO registered?

F173 PYO is a 1989 Carbodies Taxi, first registered on 19 January 1989.

Is F173 PYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F173 PYO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F173 PYO have outstanding finance?

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