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LP16 XJZ

2016 London Taxis Int TX4

Black Diesel 2776cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

166,663 mi
Last recorded166,663 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 London Taxis Int TX4107,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 166,663 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 155,716 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 146,926 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2024 146,926 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play idler play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 28 May 2024 139,053 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 129,976 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 129,976 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2023 121,404 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 113,205 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 103,210 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 96,400 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 88,393 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 81,489 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 81,465 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 78,063 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 65,343 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 54,929 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 44,320 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 34,696 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 17,954 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 XJZ is a 2016 London Taxis Int TX4 in Black with a 2,776cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XJZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LP16 XJZ?

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What year was LP16 XJZ registered?

LP16 XJZ is a 2016 London Taxis Int TX4, first registered on 27 June 2016.

Is LP16 XJZ safe to buy?

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