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S279 NGC

1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto

Grey Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

392,576 mi
Last recorded392,576 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2013
Typical for 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto322,123 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS279 NGC
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver Auto
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2013 392,576 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 372,956 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 372,956 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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S279 NGC is a 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver 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%.

Across all 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 322,123 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 S279 NGC, 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 27 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 S279 NGC registered?

S279 NGC is a 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto, first registered on 5 February 1999.

Is S279 NGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S279 NGC 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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