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P869 RYH

1996 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver

Black Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

239,884 mi
Last recorded239,884 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP869 RYH
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 239,884 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

general corrosion under side

Fail 18 Aug 2023 239,813 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Indicator switch inoperative indicator stalk not working (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure exhaust hanger corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch to rear holed and corroded marked in yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch holed and corroded marked in yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed and corroded marked in yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch to rear holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed and corroded marked in yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 239,258 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2019 239,258 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2016 239,237 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 239,212 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 239,187 miles

Corrosion to rear wheel arches and rear quarter panel bottoms

Fail 4 Dec 2014 239,187 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Corrosion to rear wheel arches and rear quarter panel bottoms

Pass 27 Nov 2013 239,010 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 238,052 miles

Corrosion to rear body

Fail 22 Nov 2012 238,052 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Corrosion to rear body

Pass 19 Aug 2010 238,046 miles

BOTH REAR LEAF SPRINGS SLIGHTLY DISTORTED

FRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS

Fail 19 Aug 2010 238,046 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

BOTH REAR LEAF SPRINGS SLIGHTLY DISTORTED

FRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS

Pass 20 Aug 2009 237,730 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED AND WORN

BOTH REAR LEAF SPRINGS SLIGHTLY DISTORTED

Fail 19 Aug 2009 237,730 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED AND WORN

BOTH REAR LEAF SPRINGS SLIGHTLY DISTORTED

Pass 9 May 2006 237,200 miles

both front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX1 Silver?

Based on 44,664 MOT tests across 4,106 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
20,037
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,837
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,802
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,507
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,485
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,421
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P869 RYH is a 1996 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver in Black with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int TX1 Silver fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 1,837 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P869 RYH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX1 Silver typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 30 years old, this London Taxis Int TX1 Silver is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P869 RYH is a 1996 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver, first registered on 27 September 1996.

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