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G106 VYE

1989 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver

Grey Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

100,100 mi
Last recorded100,100 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG106 VYE
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Oct 2007 100,100 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

slight play in nearside steering idler arm

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
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G106 VYE is a 1989 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver in Grey with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 G106 VYE, 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 37 years old, this London Taxis Int TX1 Silver is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G106 VYE registered?

G106 VYE is a 1989 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver, first registered on 31 July 1989.

Is G106 VYE safe to buy?

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