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LS05 DSX

2005 London Taxis Int Tx II

Silver Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

343,177 mi
Last recorded343,177 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II250,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 DSX
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTx II
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 343,177 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 327,426 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 313,963 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 313,963 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 299,014 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 283,113 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 268,489 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 252,678 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 239,399 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 223,208 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 208,468 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 196,368 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 189,689 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 181,532 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 173,969 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 166,816 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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LS05 DSX is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II in Silver with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LS05 DSX, 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 LS05 DSX registered?

LS05 DSX is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is LS05 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 DSX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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