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LW05 DHU

2005 London Taxis Int Tx II

Multi-colour Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

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

RegistrationLW05 DHU
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTx II
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019
Fail 25 Sep 2019

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2019 215,620 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2018 213,750 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 208,150 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 203,904 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 198,421 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 194,015 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 187,236 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 181,820 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 172,126 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 163,381 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 157,632 miles

n/s/f head lamp starting to fog on lense

Pass 26 Aug 2013
Pass 26 Feb 2013

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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LW05 DHU is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II in Multi-colour with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LW05 DHU, 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

How do I check the history of LW05 DHU?

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What year was LW05 DHU registered?

LW05 DHU is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is LW05 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW05 DHU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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