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SN59 BKX

2009 London Taxis Int TX4 Bronze Auto

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

214,825 mi
Last recorded214,825 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 2009 London Taxis Int TX4 Bronze Auto147,431 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN59 BKX
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX4 Bronze Auto
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2014 214,825 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 162,889 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 162,858 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 109,802 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 109,783 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 58,046 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 8,155 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX4 Bronze Auto?

Based on 2,660 MOT tests across 187 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
20,246
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
187
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 55
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 52
suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush 48
suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint 46
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SN59 BKX is a 2009 London Taxis Int TX4 Bronze Auto in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 London Taxis Int TX4 Bronze Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 147,431 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 TX4 Bronze Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN59 BKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX4 Bronze Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this London Taxis Int TX4 Bronze Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SN59 BKX registered?

SN59 BKX is a 2009 London Taxis Int TX4 Bronze Auto, first registered on 24 November 2009.

Is SN59 BKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN59 BKX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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