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L279 GYX

1994 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car

Maroon Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

355,170 mi
Last recorded355,170 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2017
Typical for 1994 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car273,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL279 GYX
MakeCarbodies
ModelTaxi/hire Car
Year1994
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2017 355,170 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 355,642 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 355,578 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2013 354,124 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 325,026 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 325,026 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 9 Dec 2010 325,026 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 325,026 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 332,618 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 382,618 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 352,618 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Carbodies Taxi/hire Car?

Based on 25,686 MOT tests across 5,028 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
4,528
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
5,028
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,797
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,196
fog lamp not working 1,044
Headlamp aim too high 951
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 897
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L279 GYX is a 1994 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car in Maroon with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1994 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 273,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Carbodies Taxi/hire Car fails its MOT is body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 1,797 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L279 GYX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Carbodies Taxi/hire Car typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Carbodies Taxi/hire Car is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L279 GYX registered?

L279 GYX is a 1994 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car, first registered on 20 January 1994.

Is L279 GYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L279 GYX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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