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KE12 MEV

2012 London Taxis Int TX4

Black Diesel 2486cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

210,016 mi
Last recorded210,016 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 London Taxis Int TX4149,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE12 MEV
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,486cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 210,016 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2023 210,016 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 195,456 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 195,456 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 183,329 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 171,133 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 159,806 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 151,412 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2021 151,412 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 141,778 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 129,966 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 120,049 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 106,700 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 106,700 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 94,667 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 81,093 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 67,176 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 51,966 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 51,966 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 44,988 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 35,391 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 25,392 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 23,829 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 14,035 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX4?

Based on 310,078 MOT tests across 13,930 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
20,630
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
13,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,353
Registration plate lamp not working 5,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,809
suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush 4,225
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,771
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KE12 MEV is a 2012 London Taxis Int TX4 in Black with a 2,486cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2012 London Taxis Int TX4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 149,987 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int TX4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,353 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE12 MEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX4 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this London Taxis Int TX4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KE12 MEV registered?

KE12 MEV is a 2012 London Taxis Int TX4, first registered on 22 August 2012.

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