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LP16 KPV

2016 London Taxis Int TX4

Black Diesel 2776cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

178,869 mi
Last recorded178,869 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 London Taxis Int TX4107,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP16 KPV
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX4
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,776cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 178,869 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2025 178,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 162,598 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 150,823 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 134,012 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 133,932 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 126,857 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 118,394 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 112,542 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 112,542 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached Nut Loose. (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 103,708 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 103,708 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 94,100 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 84,541 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 80,296 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 80,296 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 72,576 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 62,761 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 52,372 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 52,372 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 41,702 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX4?

Based on 310,078 MOT tests across 13,930 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
20,630
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
13,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,353
Registration plate lamp not working 5,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,809
suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush 4,225
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,771
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LP16 KPV is a 2016 London Taxis Int TX4 in Black with a 2,776cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2016 London Taxis Int TX4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 107,642 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int TX4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,353 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LP16 KPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX4 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 10 years old, this London Taxis Int TX4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LP16 KPV registered?

LP16 KPV is a 2016 London Taxis Int TX4, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is LP16 KPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP16 KPV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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