London Taxis INT TX4

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,486 cc

LM61 VCAMOT history

LM61 VCA is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX4 first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 269,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2024
Mileage
269,406 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2023
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
23,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 VCA
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
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 VCA was last recorded at 269,406 miles on 3 Apr 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
269,406 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
23,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 269,406 miles
  • 2022 – 258,810 miles
  • 2021 – 238,374 miles
  • 2020 – 202,818 miles
  • 2019 – 195,898 miles
  • 2018 – 170,155 miles
  • 2017 – 147,457 miles
  • 2016 – 127,126 miles
  • 2015 – 108,204 miles
  • 2014 – 81,214 miles
  • 2013 – 53,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass269,406 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass269,406 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    269,406 miles
    Test number
    680256238349
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail269,406 miles (+10,596)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,406 miles
    Test number
    981652708370
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass258,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    258,810 miles
    Test number
    774140502716
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail258,810 miles (+8,769)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,810 miles
    Test number
    196982258699
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass250,041 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    250,041 miles
    Test number
    354115138401
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail250,041 miles (+11,667)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,041 miles
    Test number
    117453138182
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass238,374 miles (+15,582)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    238,374 miles
    Test number
    563313242212
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring worn + rear (both) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass222,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    222,792 miles
    Test number
    544054459695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail222,792 miles (+19,974)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,792 miles
    Test number
    725314882826
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass202,818 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    202,818 miles
    Test number
    800573180822
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail202,818 miles (+6,920)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,818 miles
    Test number
    959245706065
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass195,898 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    195,898 miles
    Test number
    524346469126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail195,779 miles (+13,401)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,779 miles
    Test number
    452860264397
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass182,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2020
    Odometer
    182,378 miles
    Test number
    316320140848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail182,378 miles (+12,223)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,378 miles
    Test number
    600792940863
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  16. Pass170,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    170,155 miles
    Test number
    639401901447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail170,155 miles (+10,632)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,155 miles
    Test number
    770561416241
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Upper BJ. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  18. Pass159,523 miles (+12,066)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    159,523 miles
    Test number
    376319097517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass147,457 miles (+9,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    147,457 miles
    Test number
    270226548628
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass138,011 miles (+10,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    138,011 miles
    Test number
    505854370645
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass127,126 miles (+8,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    127,126 miles
    Test number
    937810316196
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass118,204 miles (+10,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    118,204 miles
    Test number
    995457516278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  23. Pass108,204 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    108,204 miles
    Test number
    553686717969
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail108,204 miles (+12,779)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,204 miles
    Test number
    777817200124
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass95,425 miles (+14,211)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,425 miles
    Test number
    286628545170
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass81,214 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    81,214 miles
    Test number
    186030934387
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail81,214 miles (+13,396)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,214 miles
    Test number
    357059824359
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass67,818 miles (+14,459)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,818 miles
    Test number
    135765454178
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass53,359 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,359 miles
    Test number
    388030633378
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LM61 VCA

Does LM61 VCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM61 VCA expired on 2 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM61 VCA?
The MOT on LM61 VCA expired on 2 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM61 VCA done?
LM61 VCA was recorded at 269,406 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2023, an average of 23,107 miles a year.
Has LM61 VCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 VCA has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 VCA 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 LM61 VCA find?
LM61 VCA passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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