London Taxis INT TX4

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,486 cc

LL09 LCAMOT history

LL09 LCA is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX4 first used on 16 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 334,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
334,834 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
17,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 LCA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,486 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL09 LCA was last recorded at 334,834 miles on 19 May 2026, 103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jul 2020: 225,904 miles, lower than 236,045 miles on 28 Jul 2020.

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
334,731 miles · 15 May 2026
Between the last two tests
103 miles
Average per year
17,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 334,834 miles
  • 2025 – 321,909 miles
  • 2024 – 313,830 miles
  • 2022 – 312,086 miles
  • 2021 – 305,020 miles
  • 2020 – 225,904 miles
  • 2019 – 230,272 miles
  • 2018 – 218,954 miles
  • 2017 – 199,556 miles
  • 2016 – 176,388 miles
  • 2015 – 156,316 miles
  • 2014 – 144,714 miles
  • 2013 – 119,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear seat belt mounting prescribed area repairs covered in underseal. (seen under rear wheel arches)
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering feels slightly notchy.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    260535153822
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belt mounting prescribed area repairs covered in underseal. (seen under rear wheel arches)
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering feels slightly notchy.
  2. FailMileage not read2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    507276250307
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wind deflector broken leaving sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belt mounting prescribed area repairs covered in underseal. (seen under rear wheel arches)
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering feels slightly notchy.
  3. Pass334,834 miles (+103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    334,834 miles
    Test number
    709955444290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail334,731 miles (+12,822)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    334,731 miles
    Test number
    520151008145
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached trailing arm (bolt loose - as marked) (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass321,909 miles (+4,883)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    321,909 miles
    Test number
    675295596941
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper blade deteriorated just about cleans screen immediate replacement advised (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper blade deteriorated just about cleans screen immediate replacement advised (3.4 (b) (i))
  6. Pass317,026 miles (+39)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    317,026 miles
    Test number
    377691415517
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  7. Fail316,987 miles (+3,157)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    316,987 miles
    Test number
    141946717897
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  8. Pass313,830 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    313,830 miles
    Test number
    217237796000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail313,778 miles (+1,692)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    313,778 miles
    Test number
    946699816752
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect check quality of bulb/correct seating then check aim (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured centre top rear of engine near bulk head (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorLower Electrical wiring inadequately secured near radiator (4.11 (a) (i))
  10. Pass312,086 miles (+7,066)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    312,086 miles
    Test number
    929489727432
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rear bush in front upper wishbone - slight play) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter rubber pipes starting to perish/crack
  11. Pass305,020 miles (+70,707)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    305,020 miles
    Test number
    888367480903
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper/washer switch insecure, difficult to operate. replace switch asap
  12. Pass234,313 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    234,313 miles
    Test number
    232231184956
    • MinorSpeedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis , unable to inspect in certain areas (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Fail234,303 miles (+8,399)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,303 miles
    Test number
    359155424237
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached trailing arm bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorSpeedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis , unable to inspect in certain areas (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  14. Pass225,904 miles (-10,141)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    225,904 miles
    Test number
    656190088838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail236,045 miles (+5,773)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,045 miles
    Test number
    402234257230
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Orange EML not working. (should come on with ignition then go off when engine started) (8.2.2.2 (g))
  16. Pass230,272 miles (+11,318)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    230,272 miles
    Test number
    100634129176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass218,954 miles (+8,126)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    218,954 miles
    Test number
    488808838674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass210,828 miles (+11,272)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    210,828 miles
    Test number
    219003680410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass199,556 miles (+5,511)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    199,556 miles
    Test number
    555817442706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass194,045 miles (+17,657)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    194,045 miles
    Test number
    384330083521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass176,388 miles (+7,603)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    176,388 miles
    Test number
    712298261505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass168,785 miles (+12,469)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    168,785 miles
    Test number
    901827608913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass156,316 miles (+11,602)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    156,316 miles
    Test number
    316347475130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass144,714 miles (+12,674)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    144,714 miles
    Test number
    456252544399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass132,040 miles (+12,192)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    132,040 miles
    Test number
    605163054101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass119,848 miles (+87)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    119,848 miles
    Test number
    827985543315
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front outer brake pads look low
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings have slight movement
    • NoteEngine light on
  27. Fail119,761 miles (+13,851)8 failures2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,761 miles
    Test number
    389884943307
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureFront Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front outer brake pads look low
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings have slight movement
    • NoteBoth rear tyres bald on inner edges
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteOil added 1.5 litres 5w/40
  28. Pass105,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    105,910 miles
    Test number
    217191663442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail105,909 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,909 miles
    Test number
    276431463493
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LL09 LCA

Does LL09 LCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL09 LCA is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL09 LCA?
The MOT on LL09 LCA is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL09 LCA done?
LL09 LCA was recorded at 334,834 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 17,693 miles a year.
Has LL09 LCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 LCA has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LL09 LCA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Jul 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL09 LCA find?
LL09 LCA passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear seat belt mounting prescribed area repairs covered in underseal. (seen under rear wheel arches); steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel, and 1 more.

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