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LP61 VVU

2012 London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

255,881 mi
Last recorded255,881 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto138,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP61 VVU
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX4 Elegance Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2023 255,881 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2023 255,881 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 239,883 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 236,584 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 236,584 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 May 2022 217,991 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 204,396 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 190,055 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 183,983 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 181,068 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 181,068 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 175,318 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 167,820 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 157,332 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 146,031 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 134,604 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 122,984 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 110,734 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 99,317 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 87,251 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 75,248 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 75,248 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 63,117 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 50,042 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto?

Based on 4,849 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
20,333
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush 72
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
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LP61 VVU is a 2012 London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 138,166 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto fails its MOT is suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LP61 VVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LP61 VVU is a 2012 London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto, first registered on 17 February 2012.

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