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R729 FCA

1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto

Black Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

464,058 mi
Last recorded464,058 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2008
Typical for 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto187,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR729 FCA
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Bronze Auto
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2008 464,058 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 408,824 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 364,267 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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R729 FCA is a 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze 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 Bronze Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 187,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R729 FCA, 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 28 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 R729 FCA registered?

R729 FCA is a 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R729 FCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R729 FCA 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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