London Taxis INT TX4

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,499 cc

LB08 LJCMOT history

LB08 LJC is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX4 first used on 8 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 262,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2026
Mileage
262,104 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 LJC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 LJC was last recorded at 262,104 miles on 13 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jan 2025: 262,104 miles, lower than 326,409 miles on 30 Jul 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
326,409 miles · 30 Jul 2020
Average per year
8,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 262,104 miles
  • 2020 – 326,409 miles
  • 2019 – 302,759 miles
  • 2018 – 279,805 miles
  • 2017 – 257,833 miles
  • 2016 – 236,762 miles
  • 2015 – 216,619 miles
  • 2014 – 190,640 miles
  • 2013 – 169,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass262,104 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass262,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    262,104 miles
    Test number
    391708415093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail262,104 miles2 dangerous8 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,104 miles
    Test number
    291380117859
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    537072265539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    805833615472
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

  5. FailMileage not read3 dangerous11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    340559459419
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. cat missing (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    993315290609
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. FailMileage not read5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    245947784994
    • MajorEmissions not tested cat converter missing (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm centre pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm centre pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    567209143384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    759516854268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    510333350632
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass326,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    326,409 miles
    Test number
    492624502673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    985707006574
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass302,759 miles (+9,778)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    302,759 miles
    Test number
    121046622750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass292,981 miles (+13,176)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    292,981 miles
    Test number
    956281784075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass279,805 miles (+10,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    279,805 miles
    Test number
    736806905781
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met the limits 16%

  16. Pass269,170 miles (+11,337)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    269,170 miles
    Test number
    581906286285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass257,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    257,833 miles
    Test number
    391773394998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail257,833 miles (+10,612)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,833 miles
    Test number
    369907367192
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass247,221 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    247,221 miles
    Test number
    249229005744
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Fail247,221 miles (+10,459)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,221 miles
    Test number
    398295557663
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass236,762 miles (+8,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    236,762 miles
    Test number
    551776188123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  22. Pass228,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    228,026 miles
    Test number
    260383809478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail228,026 miles (+11,407)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,026 miles
    Test number
    734346466845
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass216,619 miles (+14,199)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    216,619 miles
    Test number
    507072415247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass202,420 miles (+11,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    202,420 miles
    Test number
    988937735052
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass190,640 miles (+9,763)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    190,640 miles
    Test number
    416393714295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass180,877 miles (+11,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    180,877 miles
    Test number
    497743744072
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  28. Pass169,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    169,376 miles
    Test number
    609317213222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 LJC

Does LB08 LJC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 LJC expired on 24 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 LJC?
The MOT on LB08 LJC expired on 24 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 LJC done?
LB08 LJC was recorded at 262,104 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2025, an average of 8,105 miles a year.
Has LB08 LJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 LJC has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 LJC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jan 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 LJC find?
LB08 LJC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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