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LC05 UNU

2005 London Taxis Int Tx II

Black Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

315,093 mi
Last recorded315,093 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II250,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 UNU
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTx II
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 315,093 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 315,093 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 312,498 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 311,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 305,552 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 305,551 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability nut missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2019 298,852 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 290,928 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 290,928 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 283,829 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 275,660 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 266,579 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 257,879 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 249,887 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 238,792 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 229,620 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 219,609 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 210,564 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 199,067 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 188,517 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int Tx II?

Based on 168,997 MOT tests across 9,998 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
19,801
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
9,998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,931
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 5,079
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,037
Registration plate lamp not working 4,540
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 3,420
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LC05 UNU is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II in Black with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 250,591 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int Tx II fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 8,931 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC05 UNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int Tx II typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this London Taxis Int Tx II is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC05 UNU registered?

LC05 UNU is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is LC05 UNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC05 UNU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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