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R614 VGC

1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto

Black Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

293,350 mi
Last recorded293,350 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto300,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR614 VGC
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver Auto
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2018 293,350 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 215,837 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 201,899 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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R614 VGC is a 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto in Black with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R614 VGC, 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 R614 VGC registered?

R614 VGC is a 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R614 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R614 VGC shows 3 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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