London Taxis INT TX4

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,486 cc

LP08 HJJMOT history

LP08 HJJ is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX4 first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 171,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2024
Mileage
171,561 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 HJJ
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
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 HJJ was last recorded at 171,561 miles on 13 Jan 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,561 miles · 9 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 171,561 miles
  • 2021 – 163,364 miles
  • 2020 – 154,426 miles
  • 2019 – 141,352 miles
  • 2018 – 126,784 miles
  • 2017 – 108,932 miles
  • 2016 – 103,689 miles
  • 2015 – 93,461 miles
  • 2014 – 83,971 miles
  • 2013 – 72,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,561 miles
  • MinorBrake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Advise rear exhaust box outer skin poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,561 miles4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    171,561 miles
    Test number
    941955319792
    • MinorBrake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail171,561 miles (+8,197)4 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,561 miles
    Test number
    749449520444
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass163,364 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    163,364 miles
    Test number
    565709325727
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear exhaust box outer skin poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail163,364 miles (+7,760)3 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,364 miles
    Test number
    125983748027
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Top arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear exhaust box outer skin poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass155,604 miles5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    155,604 miles
    Test number
    968025041230
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear exhaust box outer skin
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail155,604 miles (+1,178)5 major6 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,604 miles
    Test number
    523537319442
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Cross section (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear exhaust box outer skin
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive Of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Boot floor corroded and holed !!
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRamp guide bent
    • AdvisoryRamp tray cracked

  7. Pass154,426 miles (+3,264)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    154,426 miles
    Test number
    348976982389
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear exhaust box outer skin poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass151,162 miles (+9,810)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    151,162 miles
    Test number
    368953851253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass141,352 miles (+3,263)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    141,352 miles
    Test number
    857550033004
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass138,089 miles (+110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    138,089 miles
    Test number
    872168040341
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail137,979 miles (+11,195)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,979 miles
    Test number
    254385568846
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction Stickers & Wiper Arm (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side Both (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Just Below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass126,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    126,784 miles
    Test number
    397351712411
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Fail126,784 miles (+8,649)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,784 miles
    Test number
    787523808332
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached Lower bush worn !!! (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  14. Pass118,135 miles (+9,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    118,135 miles
    Test number
    233507041681
    • AdvisoryBoth front top suspension bushes have slight movement

  15. Pass108,932 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    108,932 miles
    Test number
    354407841231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Top arm bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail108,932 miles (+5,243)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,932 miles
    Test number
    491994821586
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Top arm bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass103,689 miles (+5,539)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    103,689 miles
    Test number
    194900407505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,150 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    98,150 miles
    Test number
    728465801568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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. Fail98,150 miles (+4,689)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,150 miles
    Test number
    636472396035
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Top arm bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Top arm bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  20. Pass93,461 miles (+4,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    93,461 miles
    Test number
    682368757974
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass89,254 miles (+5,283)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,254 miles
    Test number
    599681965130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,971 miles (+5,591)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    83,971 miles
    Test number
    109806144302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteE m light on

  23. Pass78,380 miles (+5,432)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,380 miles
    Test number
    175520564111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,948 miles (+7,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    72,948 miles
    Test number
    628657833367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass65,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,830 miles
    Test number
    575083763163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,830 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,830 miles
    Test number
    629358553114
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LP08 HJJ

Does LP08 HJJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 HJJ expired on 12 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 HJJ?
The MOT on LP08 HJJ expired on 12 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 HJJ done?
LP08 HJJ was recorded at 171,561 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2023, an average of 11,012 miles a year.
Has LP08 HJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 HJJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LP08 HJJ 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 LP08 HJJ find?
LP08 HJJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2023 with 4 minor defects and 7 advisories: brake pedal not releasing correctly; offside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 8 more.

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