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LA51 VHG

2002 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver

Black Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

423,114 mi
Last recorded423,114 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver350,974 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 VHG
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 423,114 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 422,996 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 416,272 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 403,177 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 403,040 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 382,637 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 369,456 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018
Pass 5 Jul 2017 361,254 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 352,087 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 342,652 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 333,648 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 324,128 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 313,519 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 303,259 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 292,207 miles

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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LA51 VHG is a 2002 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver in Black with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LA51 VHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA51 VHG registered?

LA51 VHG is a 2002 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is LA51 VHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 VHG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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