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LF51 TXV

2001 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver

Yellow Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

632,398 mi
Last recorded632,398 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver342,771 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 TXV
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 632,398 miles

Underseal applied to underside of vehicle, inspection limited

Pass 14 Nov 2023 620,988 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 607,115 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 566,292 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 560,292 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 560,290 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 526,307 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 510,452 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 510,449 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking detached no brakes (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Mar 2017 492,102 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 435,191 miles

nearside and offside outer sill cover fitted

Fail 3 Mar 2015 435,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside and offside outer sill cover fitted

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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LF51 TXV is a 2001 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver in Yellow with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 342,771 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 LF51 TXV, 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 25 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 LF51 TXV registered?

LF51 TXV is a 2001 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is LF51 TXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 TXV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF51 TXV have outstanding finance?

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