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L7 TSB

1993 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car

Black Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,655 mi
Last recorded130,655 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car273,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 TSB
MakeCarbodies
ModelTaxi/hire Car
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 130,655 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 130,628 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Parking and service brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner sill/ arch areas. Outer sill trims fitted (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner sill/ arch areas. Outer sill trims fitted (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corroded and undersealed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 20 May 2024 130,627 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch/sill areas corroded (undersealed) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch/sill areas corroded (undersealed) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Corrosion to underside of vehicle (undersealed)

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis , corroded and undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel arches corroded

Service brake and parking brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 24 Jan 2023 129,857 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 129,775 miles

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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L7 TSB is a 1993 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car in Black with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 273,778 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 L7 TSB, 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 33 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 L7 TSB registered?

L7 TSB is a 1993 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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