London Taxis INT TX4

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,486 cc

LR08 TXXMOT history

LR08 TXX is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX4 first used on 4 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2023 and it has passed 30 of 39 MOT tests, with 333,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2023
Mileage
333,316 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2022
MOT tests
39
30 passed · 9 failed
Per year
23,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 TXX
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
4 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 TXX was last recorded at 333,316 miles on 5 Mar 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Aug 2018: 225,488 miles, lower than 234,333 miles on 23 Feb 2018.

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
333,313 miles · 4 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
23,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 333,316 miles
  • 2021 – 322,901 miles
  • 2020 – 312,748 miles
  • 2019 – 251,267 miles
  • 2018 – 225,488 miles
  • 2017 – 223,865 miles
  • 2016 – 203,665 miles
  • 2015 – 183,370 miles
  • 2014 – 164,293 miles
  • 2013 – 142,807 miles
  • 2012 – 119,541 miles
  • 2011 – 96,314 miles
  • 2010 – 70,624 miles
  • 2009 – 42,718 miles
  • 2008 – 15,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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 (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

39 tests since 13 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    891953218211
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass333,316 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    333,316 miles
    Test number
    355069620220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Arch/Repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail333,313 miles (+10,412)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    333,313 miles
    Test number
    228771783546
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Door/Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Door/Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass322,901 miles (+5,875)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    322,901 miles
    Test number
    197451061626
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass317,026 miles (+4,278)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    317,026 miles
    Test number
    273878884315
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  6. Pass312,748 miles (+49,344)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    312,748 miles
    Test number
    301284701215
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security o/s and n/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass263,404 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    263,404 miles
    Test number
    912541064484
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail263,369 miles (+12,102)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,369 miles
    Test number
    647447211301
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both gaiters split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass251,267 miles (+12,758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    251,267 miles
    Test number
    195497678145
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearings have slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass238,509 miles (+13,021)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    238,509 miles
    Test number
    776798887522
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass225,488 miles (-8,845)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    225,488 miles
    Test number
    306570484537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass234,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    234,333 miles
    Test number
    118818809664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail234,333 miles (+10,468)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,333 miles
    Test number
    171406589733
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass223,865 miles (+8,423)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    223,865 miles
    Test number
    191000319141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass215,442 miles (+11,777)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    215,442 miles
    Test number
    336592323664
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass203,665 miles (+10,050)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    203,665 miles
    Test number
    555208638929
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. & rear (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass193,615 miles (+10,245)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    193,615 miles
    Test number
    504679603796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass183,370 miles (+8,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    183,370 miles
    Test number
    229580218544
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass174,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    174,470 miles
    Test number
    578724065051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail174,459 miles (+10,166)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,459 miles
    Test number
    858594365067
    • FailureOffside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass164,293 miles (+10,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    164,293 miles
    Test number
    375192454246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass153,743 miles (+247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    153,743 miles
    Test number
    325192464040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail153,496 miles (+10,689)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,496 miles
    Test number
    459637254032
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass142,807 miles (+138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    142,807 miles
    Test number
    549411443205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Fail142,669 miles (+11,708)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,669 miles
    Test number
    289189933235
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Pass130,961 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    130,961 miles
    Test number
    106695443000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  27. FailMileage not read4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    156182843468
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  28. Pass119,541 miles (+10,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    119,541 miles
    Test number
    618079322293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Pass108,934 miles (+12,620)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    108,934 miles
    Test number
    619708942008
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s/f hub oil seal worn

  30. Pass96,314 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    96,314 miles
    Test number
    959118221213
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  31. Fail96,303 miles (+11,164)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,303 miles
    Test number
    707778521255
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  32. Pass85,139 miles (+14,515)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    85,139 miles
    Test number
    429394551051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass70,624 miles (+307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    70,624 miles
    Test number
    182252130288
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Fail70,317 miles (+15,495)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,317 miles
    Test number
    324439820478
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  35. Pass54,822 miles (+12,104)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    54,822 miles
    Test number
    712104860070
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  36. Pass42,718 miles (+18,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    42,718 miles
    Test number
    614931559276
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  37. Pass23,859 miles (+8,605)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,859 miles
    Test number
    273640859060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Pass15,254 miles (+15,145)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    15,254 miles
    Test number
    230114928347
    • NoteExessive engine oil leak

  39. Pass109 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    109 miles
    Test number
    472923678033
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Questions about LR08 TXX

Does LR08 TXX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 TXX expired on 10 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 TXX?
The MOT on LR08 TXX expired on 10 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 TXX done?
LR08 TXX was recorded at 333,316 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2022, an average of 23,840 miles a year.
Has LR08 TXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 TXX has failed 9 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LR08 TXX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR08 TXX find?
LR08 TXX passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 3 more.

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