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LR05 LBZ

2005 London Taxis Int Tx II

Black Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II250,591 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 LBZ
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTx II
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022
Pass 13 Oct 2021 340,579 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 340,579 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 336,495 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 325,302 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 325,302 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 316,205 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 8 Apr 2019 316,205 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 9 Nov 2018 308,646 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 298,627 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 291,027 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 291,027 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 280,771 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 280,771 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 271,587 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 261,797 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 251,395 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 251,395 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 242,089 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 232,195 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 220,931 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 211,672 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 199,024 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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LR05 LBZ is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II in Black with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 LR05 LBZ, 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 LR05 LBZ registered?

LR05 LBZ is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is LR05 LBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 LBZ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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