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S861 FGU

1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto

Black Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

421,327 mi
Last recorded421,327 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto300,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS861 FGU
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver Auto
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 421,327 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 421,319 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 416,562 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 412,076 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 403,730 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 395,517 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 386,279 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 386,279 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 377,791 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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S861 FGU is a 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto in Black with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S861 FGU, 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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S861 FGU is a 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver Auto, first registered on 16 November 1998.

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