London Taxis INT TX II

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR55 UMAMOT history

LR55 UMA is a black petrol London Taxis INT TX II first used on 31 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2026 and it has passed 23 of 39 MOT tests, with 385,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2026
Mileage
385,805 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2024
MOT tests
39
23 passed · 16 failed
Per year
15,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 UMA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX II
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 UMA was last recorded at 385,805 miles on 16 Apr 2024, 25,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Nov 2017: 2,829 miles, lower than 292,233 miles on 4 May 2017.

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
360,171 miles · 21 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
25,634 miles
Average per year
15,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 385,805 miles
  • 2022 – 360,171 miles
  • 2021 – 340,796 miles
  • 2020 – 331,383 miles
  • 2018 – 309,432 miles
  • 2017 – 2,829 miles
  • 2016 – 286,225 miles
  • 2015 – 267,817 miles
  • 2014 – 244,028 miles
  • 2013 – 221,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    462138236827
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    748928135140
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    520080949265
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass385,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    385,805 miles
    Test number
    229027764625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail385,805 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    385,805 miles
    Test number
    591032088220
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    418072275912
    • AdvisoryNearside idler play

  7. FailMileage not read4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    925000534721
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside idler play

  8. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    377367077722
    • AdvisoryEmissions lpg

  9. FailMileage not read4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    375212306625
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEmissions lpg

  10. Pass360,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    360,171 miles
    Test number
    656708584379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail360,171 miles (+7,542)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    360,171 miles
    Test number
    662447241204
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass352,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    352,629 miles
    Test number
    981560007646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail352,629 miles (+11,833)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    352,629 miles
    Test number
    451790824178
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side Bothsides. (1.4.1 (a))

  14. Pass340,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    340,796 miles
    Test number
    238907281871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail340,796 miles (+6,491)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    340,796 miles
    Test number
    490381717305
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass334,305 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    334,305 miles
    Test number
    516760101728
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  17. FailMileage not read2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    289489503851
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  18. Pass331,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    331,383 miles
    Test number
    198687435946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail331,382 miles3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    331,382 miles
    Test number
    935047579513
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure top of spring touching chassis (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn pan rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    127011410368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    962770926853
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Reflector loose (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Wheel arch area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  22. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    703045420890
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  23. FailMileage not read1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    644960424629
    • MajorNearside Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Upper BJ. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  24. Pass309,432 miles (+306,113)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    309,432 miles
    Test number
    984996438394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass3,319 miles (+490)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    3,319 miles
    Test number
    957860297140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass2,829 miles (-289,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    2,829 miles
    Test number
    287565478800
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  27. Pass292,233 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    292,233 miles
    Test number
    610980650757
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  28. Fail292,233 miles (+6,008)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,233 miles
    Test number
    500972921814
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  29. Pass286,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    286,225 miles
    Test number
    996341466093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail286,225 miles (+7,056)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,225 miles
    Test number
    471468814577
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Wing (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  31. Pass279,169 miles (+11,352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    279,169 miles
    Test number
    291410927511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  32. Pass267,817 miles (+11,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    267,817 miles
    Test number
    856284930856
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  33. Pass256,078 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    256,078 miles
    Test number
    876216025159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCentre midlle exhaust box surface corossion

  34. Fail256,078 miles (+12,050)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,078 miles
    Test number
    276976825118
    • FailureNearside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCentre midlle exhaust box surface corossion

  35. Pass244,028 miles (+11,623)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    244,028 miles
    Test number
    719509604331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass232,405 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    232,405 miles
    Test number
    589211724173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteMidlle centre exhaust box skin corossion

  37. Fail232,405 miles (+11,121)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,405 miles
    Test number
    107831524131
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteMidlle centre exhaust box skin corossion

  38. Fail221,284 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,284 miles
    Test number
    506822703340
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteSteering box has slight play at its fixings

  39. Pass221,284 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    221,284 miles
    Test number
    909702803316
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteSteering box has slight play at its fixings

Questions about LR55 UMA

Does LR55 UMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 UMA expired on 28 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 UMA?
The MOT on LR55 UMA expired on 28 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 UMA done?
LR55 UMA was recorded at 385,805 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2024, an average of 15,722 miles a year.
Has LR55 UMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 UMA has failed 16 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 UMA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Nov 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 UMA find?
LR55 UMA passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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