London Taxis INT TX II

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,402 cc

LR05 ULJMOT history

LR05 ULJ is a blue diesel London Taxis INT TX II first used on 25 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 253,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
253,997 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
15,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 ULJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX II
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 ULJ was last recorded at 253,997 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
253,329 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
668 miles
Average per year
15,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 253,997 miles
  • 2025 – 253,329 miles
  • 2024 – 249,070 miles
  • 2023 – 248,791 miles
  • 2022 – 248,188 miles
  • 2021 – 247,536 miles
  • 2020 – 243,205 miles
  • 2019 – 235,882 miles
  • 2018 – 219,226 miles
  • 2017 – 204,402 miles
  • 2016 – 189,518 miles
  • 2015 – 181,892 miles
  • 2014 – 169,980 miles
  • 2013 – 156,785 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass253,997 miles
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Travel at lever (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass253,997 miles (+668)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    253,997 miles
    Test number
    688338363215
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Travel at lever (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass253,329 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    253,329 miles
    Test number
    297456618004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail253,327 miles (+4,257)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,327 miles
    Test number
    145341254762
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in door shut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in door shut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion outside of specified areas

  4. Pass249,070 miles (+279)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    249,070 miles
    Test number
    573396467301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt noise

  5. Pass248,791 miles (+603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    248,791 miles
    Test number
    271737631971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass248,188 miles (+652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    248,188 miles
    Test number
    800458399367
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass247,536 miles (+4,331)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    247,536 miles
    Test number
    272343611113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass243,205 miles (+7,323)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    243,205 miles
    Test number
    739294391681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass235,882 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    235,882 miles
    Test number
    645756686490
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail235,882 miles (+8,833)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,882 miles
    Test number
    965421241879
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass227,049 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2020
    Odometer
    227,049 miles
    Test number
    559663989921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail227,048 miles (+7,822)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,048 miles
    Test number
    559819691506
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass219,226 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    219,226 miles
    Test number
    867602587160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail219,226 miles (+7,934)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,226 miles
    Test number
    144656086440
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass211,292 miles (+6,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    211,292 miles
    Test number
    775300647409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass204,402 miles (+7,629)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    204,402 miles
    Test number
    340014073008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

  17. Pass196,773 miles (+7,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    196,773 miles
    Test number
    689016806628
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass189,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    189,518 miles
    Test number
    726285570402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail189,518 miles (+3,586)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,518 miles
    Test number
    181200722748
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass185,932 miles (+4,040)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    185,932 miles
    Test number
    705280302151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass181,892 miles (+5,162)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    181,892 miles
    Test number
    499171183205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass176,730 miles (+6,750)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    176,730 miles
    Test number
    527472815171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass169,980 miles (+7,226)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    169,980 miles
    Test number
    275797804391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass162,754 miles (+5,969)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    162,754 miles
    Test number
    458734414121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass156,785 miles (+101,287)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    156,785 miles
    Test number
    478142203445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,498 miles
    Test number
    389019313142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 ULJ

Does LR05 ULJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 ULJ is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 ULJ?
The MOT on LR05 ULJ is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 ULJ done?
LR05 ULJ was recorded at 253,997 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 15,142 miles a year.
Has LR05 ULJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 ULJ has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 ULJ 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 LR05 ULJ find?
LR05 ULJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.

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