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R166 NGT

1997 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto

Grey Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

445,732 mi
Last recorded445,732 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR166 NGT
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Bronze Auto
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 445,732 miles

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

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

slight corrosion to osf lower wing/door

Fail 1 Nov 2013 445,732 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight corrosion to osf lower wing/door

Pass 17 Apr 2013 429,165 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto?

Based on 769 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
18,779
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 59
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 50
suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
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R166 NGT is a 1997 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto in Grey with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R166 NGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R166 NGT registered?

R166 NGT is a 1997 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto, first registered on 4 December 1997.

Is R166 NGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R166 NGT shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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