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LX53 OAY

2004 London Taxis Int Tx II

Black Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

317,180 mi
Last recorded317,180 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 London Taxis Int Tx II246,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 OAY
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTx II
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2019 317,180 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 310,675 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 304,288 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 296,408 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 289,033 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 282,324 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 277,942 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 277,942 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 268,775 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 268,775 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 245,873 miles

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 232,814 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 220,206 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 185,005 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 185,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 168,106 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 152,189 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 152,189 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 133,427 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 116,578 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 116,578 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 100,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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LX53 OAY is a 2004 London Taxis Int Tx II in Black with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2004 London Taxis Int Tx II models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 246,308 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 LX53 OAY, 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 22 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 LX53 OAY?

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What year was LX53 OAY registered?

LX53 OAY is a 2004 London Taxis Int Tx II, first registered on 18 February 2004.

Is LX53 OAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 OAY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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