London Taxis INT TX4 Bronze Auto

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,499 cc

J8 GGSMOT history

J8 GGS is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX4 Bronze Auto first used on 20 Aug 2010. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 305,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
305,324 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
18,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 GGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX4 Bronze Auto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
20 Aug 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 GGS was last recorded at 305,324 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 3,660 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
301,664 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
3,660 miles
Average per year
18,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 305,324 miles
  • 2025 – 301,664 miles
  • 2024 – 288,793 miles
  • 2023 – 273,831 miles
  • 2022 – 248,409 miles
  • 2019 – 233,753 miles
  • 2018 – 198,480 miles
  • 2017 – 194,394 miles
  • 2016 – 153,089 miles
  • 2012 – 92,882 miles
  • 2011 – 24,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass305,324 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass305,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    305,324 miles
    Test number
    487851527155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail305,324 miles (+3,660)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    305,324 miles
    Test number
    938217488406
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass301,664 miles (+6,340)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    301,664 miles
    Test number
    149861491618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass295,324 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    295,324 miles
    Test number
    293990505532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail295,272 miles (+6,479)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    295,272 miles
    Test number
    828837998033
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 44% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass288,793 miles (+69)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    288,793 miles
    Test number
    750486672946
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail288,724 miles (+7,315)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,724 miles
    Test number
    967683598470
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass281,409 miles (+7,578)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    281,409 miles
    Test number
    266507727116
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass273,831 miles (+6,224)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    273,831 miles
    Test number
    754898591938
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass267,607 miles (+4,396)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    267,607 miles
    Test number
    198821205914
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass263,211 miles (+14,802)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    263,211 miles
    Test number
    838244865064
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass248,409 miles (+14,656)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    248,409 miles
    Test number
    916354640479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass233,753 miles (+35,273)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    233,753 miles
    Test number
    928937772031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass198,480 miles (+320)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    198,480 miles
    Test number
    253127746728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass198,160 miles (+58)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    198,160 miles
    Test number
    994430594519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail198,102 miles (+3,708)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,102 miles
    Test number
    785529504344
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass194,394 miles (+41,305)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    194,394 miles
    Test number
    746284438040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass153,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    153,089 miles
    Test number
    479068914888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail153,089 miles (+11,791)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,089 miles
    Test number
    338805829208
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass141,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    141,298 miles
    Test number
    892488076556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail141,298 miles (+48,416)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,298 miles
    Test number
    445257938788
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass92,882 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    92,882 miles
    Test number
    179351032063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail92,045 miles (+67,240)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,045 miles
    Test number
    369376622064
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass24,805 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    24,805 miles
    Test number
    536371711019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail24,787 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,787 miles
    Test number
    185940711402
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about J8 GGS

Does J8 GGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 GGS is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 GGS?
The MOT on J8 GGS is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 GGS done?
J8 GGS was recorded at 305,324 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 18,177 miles a year.
Has J8 GGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 GGS has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 GGS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J8 GGS find?
J8 GGS passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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