London Taxis INT TX II

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,402 cc

LL05 AVEMOT history

LL05 AVE is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX II first used on 29 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 119,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2024
Mileage
119,788 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2023
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL05 AVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX II
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL05 AVE was last recorded at 119,788 miles on 24 Jan 2023, 547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Jan 2016: 8,748 miles, lower than 185,970 miles on 21 Feb 2015.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
119,241 miles · 4 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,788 miles
  • 2022 – 119,241 miles
  • 2021 – 114,143 miles
  • 2020 – 105,192 miles
  • 2019 – 89,115 miles
  • 2018 – 65,457 miles
  • 2017 – 51,189 miles
  • 2016 – 21,240 miles
  • 2015 – 185,970 miles
  • 2013 – 141,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,788 miles
  • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryN/s/f sidelight dim
  • AdvisoryRear bumper & bumper reinforcement slight damaged

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,788 miles (+547)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    119,788 miles
    Test number
    636632772349
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f sidelight dim
    • AdvisoryRear bumper & bumper reinforcement slight damaged

  2. Pass119,241 miles (+1)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    119,241 miles
    Test number
    904008428522
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s lower inner sill / b pillar area has slight corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper arm maybe loose

  3. Fail119,240 miles (+5,097)1 dangerous4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,240 miles
    Test number
    763148595930
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s lower inner sill / b pillar area has slight corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper arm maybe loose

  4. Pass114,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    114,143 miles
    Test number
    323152500090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail114,143 miles (+8,951)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,143 miles
    Test number
    908368186300
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass105,192 miles (+16,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,192 miles
    Test number
    181075096319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass89,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    89,115 miles
    Test number
    615562607684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,115 miles (+9,027)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,115 miles
    Test number
    516217553445
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    80,088 miles
    Test number
    781143986582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,088 miles (+14,631)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,088 miles
    Test number
    150797808566
    • DangerousCentral Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass65,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,457 miles
    Test number
    562395577791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,457 miles (+3,187)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,457 miles
    Test number
    378411861182
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component missing bumpstop (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective

  13. Pass62,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    62,270 miles
    Test number
    548383569313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,270 miles (+11,081)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,270 miles
    Test number
    450029326092
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass51,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    51,189 miles
    Test number
    499749788290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,189 miles (+13,659)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,189 miles
    Test number
    996266596064
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

  17. Pass37,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    37,530 miles
    Test number
    813820940553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,530 miles (+16,290)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,530 miles
    Test number
    376699924456
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass21,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    21,240 miles
    Test number
    123336807481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail21,240 miles (+12,492)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,240 miles
    Test number
    790862531218
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass8,748 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    8,748 miles
    Test number
    701788069921
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail8,748 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,748 miles
    Test number
    260646810966
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    176671505244
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    526131405243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass185,970 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    185,970 miles
    Test number
    148822755411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail185,970 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,970 miles
    Test number
    145442755445
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    626072904295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. FailMileage not read4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    176342704235
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  29. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    299812724084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. FailMileage not read4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    888262624017
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass141,645 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    141,645 miles
    Test number
    696357293125
    • NoteExhaust centre corroded but not blowing
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber slight leak

Questions about LL05 AVE

Does LL05 AVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL05 AVE expired on 3 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL05 AVE?
The MOT on LL05 AVE expired on 3 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL05 AVE done?
LL05 AVE was recorded at 119,788 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2023.
Has LL05 AVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL05 AVE has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LL05 AVE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Jan 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL05 AVE find?
LL05 AVE passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: power steering fluid level below minimum; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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