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R229 KGU

1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto

Green Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

383,867 mi
Last recorded383,867 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto300,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR229 KGU
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver Auto
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2013 383,867 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 372,124 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto?

Based on 839 MOT tests across 133 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
17,791
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush 55
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 45
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 29
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R229 KGU is a 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto in Green with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 300,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto fails its MOT is suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R229 KGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R229 KGU registered?

R229 KGU is a 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto, first registered on 23 April 1998.

Is R229 KGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R229 KGU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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