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LR55 MYV

2005 London Taxis Int Tx II

Black Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

261,143 mi
Last recorded261,143 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II250,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 MYV
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTx II
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 261,143 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 254,366 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 247,312 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 242,398 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 236,727 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 231,077 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 224,556 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 219,757 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 213,652 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 208,590 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 208,590 miles

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 202,718 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 196,886 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 190,280 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 183,781 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 177,403 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2013 177,403 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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LR55 MYV is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II in Black with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LR55 MYV, 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 LR55 MYV registered?

LR55 MYV is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is LR55 MYV safe to buy?

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