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HBZ 992

2002 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver

Pink Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

647,684 mi
Last recorded647,684 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 2002 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver350,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBZ 992
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver
Year2002
ColourPink
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 647,684 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 647,682 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced under bumper and arch section (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp sidelight (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength multiple holes around inner arch and body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength multiple holes around inner arch and body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under bumper and arch section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced cross member (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced floor panel above fuel tank (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2020 642,365 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2020 642,365 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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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HBZ 992 is a 2002 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver in Pink with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 350,974 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HBZ 992, 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 24 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 HBZ 992 registered?

HBZ 992 is a 2002 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver, first registered on 29 April 2002.

Is HBZ 992 safe to buy?

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