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S239 PGW

1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto

Multi-colour Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

354,724 mi
Last recorded354,724 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2013
Typical for 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto349,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS239 PGW
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Bronze Auto
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2013 354,724 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Oct 2013 354,724 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

fuel tank strap broken

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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S239 PGW is a 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto in Multi-colour with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 349,797 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S239 PGW, 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 27 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 S239 PGW registered?

S239 PGW is a 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto, first registered on 25 January 1999.

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