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LR63 VDG

2013 London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

278,257 mi
Last recorded278,257 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto138,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR63 VDG
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX4 Elegance Auto
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 278,257 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn across rear axle rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 268,094 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2024 268,094 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 258,066 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 258,066 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 248,437 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 248,437 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 238,436 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 229,508 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 229,508 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 219,091 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 219,091 miles

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

Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 209,872 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 209,872 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2021 198,786 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 192,820 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 192,820 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 173,433 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 173,433 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2019 164,521 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 156,254 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 145,457 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 134,406 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 122,970 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 106,366 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 87,835 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 71,320 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 60,992 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 35,359 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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LR63 VDG is a 2013 London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 2013 London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 138,922 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 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 LR63 VDG, 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 13 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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LR63 VDG is a 2013 London Taxis Int TX4 Elegance Auto, first registered on 22 November 2013.

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