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LT05 XFF

2005 London Taxis Int Tx II

Black Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

333,000 mi
Last recorded333,000 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II250,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 XFF
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTx II
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 333,000 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2020 333,000 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 324,156 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 312,595 miles

Central Front slight oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2018 307,970 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 301,219 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 294,567 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Aug 2016 276,306 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 257,712 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 257,963 miles

Steering pivot point has excessive play Idler box bolts loose. (2.2.B.1g)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 239,403 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 239,402 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering pivot point has excessive play idler box bolts loose (2.2.B.1g)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 217,847 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 198,096 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 182,694 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 174,290 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 174,290 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LT05 XFF 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 76.5%.

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 LT05 XFF, 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 LT05 XFF registered?

LT05 XFF is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is LT05 XFF safe to buy?

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