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T407 BGX

1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver

Black Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

373,091 mi
Last recorded373,091 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver329,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT407 BGX
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Silver
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 373,091 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 29 Jul 2015 373,086 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

front steering damper bushes worn

Pass 9 Oct 2014 360,219 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2014 349,500 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2013 341,120 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 341,120 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 25 Mar 2013 333,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 333,899 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX1 Silver?

Based on 44,664 MOT tests across 4,106 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
20,037
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,837
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,802
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,507
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,485
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,421
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T407 BGX is a 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver in Black with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 329,070 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 Silver fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 1,837 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T407 BGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX1 Silver typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this London Taxis Int TX1 Silver is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T407 BGX registered?

T407 BGX is a 1999 London Taxis Int TX1 Silver, first registered on 12 May 1999.

Is T407 BGX safe to buy?

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