London Taxis INT TX II

Multi-colour · Diesel · 2003 · 2,402 cc

LB52 YLSMOT history

LB52 YLS is a multi-colour diesel London Taxis INT TX II first used on 22 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 356,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2023
Mileage
356,925 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2022
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 YLS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX II
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 YLS was last recorded at 356,925 miles on 14 Feb 2022, 2,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
354,404 miles · 17 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,521 miles
Average per year
9,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 356,925 miles
  • 2021 – 354,404 miles
  • 2019 – 341,652 miles
  • 2018 – 335,247 miles
  • 2017 – 326,712 miles
  • 2016 – 315,054 miles
  • 2015 – 300,765 miles
  • 2014 – 289,716 miles
  • 2013 – 278,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass356,925 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Oil leak

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass356,925 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    356,925 miles
    Test number
    529009170975
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail356,925 miles (+2,521)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    356,925 miles
    Test number
    106709284667
    • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting lower inner sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting lower inner sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass354,404 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    354,404 miles
    Test number
    856563845408
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door check strap worn
    • AdvisoryN/s inner body sill corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s inner body sill corroded

  4. Fail354,404 miles (+12,752)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    354,404 miles
    Test number
    994577776379
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door check strap worn
    • AdvisoryN/s inner body sill corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s inner body sill corroded

  5. Pass341,652 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    341,652 miles
    Test number
    804682760892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail341,652 miles (+6,405)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    341,652 miles
    Test number
    860399831580
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass335,247 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    335,247 miles
    Test number
    552784196809
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail335,244 miles (+5,645)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    335,244 miles
    Test number
    649546724119
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Shocker (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass329,599 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    329,599 miles
    Test number
    652482342798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail329,597 miles (+2,885)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    329,597 miles
    Test number
    760707624070
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass326,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    326,712 miles
    Test number
    368778688281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail326,712 miles (+6,729)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    326,712 miles
    Test number
    192909769008
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass319,983 miles (+4,929)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    319,983 miles
    Test number
    180996217364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass315,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    315,054 miles
    Test number
    739280241734
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail315,054 miles (+7,658)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    315,054 miles
    Test number
    803536598883
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass307,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    307,396 miles
    Test number
    761011577025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail307,396 miles (+6,631)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    307,396 miles
    Test number
    381784618152
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass300,765 miles (+4,933)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    300,765 miles
    Test number
    627962151843
    • DangerousOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass295,832 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    295,832 miles
    Test number
    759496985064
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  20. Fail295,832 miles (+6,116)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    295,832 miles
    Test number
    158343585013
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass289,716 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    289,716 miles
    Test number
    287509964211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail289,400 miles (+5,100)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    289,400 miles
    Test number
    215932164225
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass284,300 miles (+83)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    284,300 miles
    Test number
    996368674042
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail284,217 miles (+5,960)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,217 miles
    Test number
    478996874020
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass278,257 miles (+6,976)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    278,257 miles
    Test number
    319107263442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryUpper Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass271,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    271,281 miles
    Test number
    345750683001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 YLS

Does LB52 YLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 YLS expired on 16 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 YLS?
The MOT on LB52 YLS expired on 16 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 YLS done?
LB52 YLS was recorded at 356,925 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2022, an average of 9,619 miles a year.
Has LB52 YLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 YLS has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 YLS 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 LB52 YLS find?
LB52 YLS passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2022 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark, and 7 more.

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