London Taxis INT TX4

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,486 cc

LR61 VUGMOT history

LR61 VUG is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX4 first used on 16 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 25 of 39 MOT tests, with 253,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
253,139 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
39
25 passed · 14 failed
Per year
15,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 VUG
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
16 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 VUG was last recorded at 253,139 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 7,349 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
245,790 miles · 8 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
7,349 miles
Average per year
15,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 253,139 miles
  • 2025 – 237,385 miles
  • 2024 – 219,962 miles
  • 2023 – 204,268 miles
  • 2022 – 197,187 miles
  • 2021 – 185,563 miles
  • 2020 – 180,129 miles
  • 2019 – 171,674 miles
  • 2018 – 152,618 miles
  • 2017 – 133,364 miles
  • 2016 – 114,297 miles
  • 2015 – 93,752 miles
  • 2014 – 72,386 miles
  • 2013 – 48,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass253,139 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

39 tests since 4 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass253,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    253,139 miles
    Test number
    778811449768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail253,135 miles (+7,345)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,135 miles
    Test number
    965578688422
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass245,790 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    245,790 miles
    Test number
    292999426255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail245,761 miles (+8,376)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,761 miles
    Test number
    440237474890
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass237,385 miles (+8,747)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    237,385 miles
    Test number
    204361354374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass228,638 miles (+8,676)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    228,638 miles
    Test number
    617290291407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass219,962 miles (+8,321)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    219,962 miles
    Test number
    411771096806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass211,641 miles (+7,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    211,641 miles
    Test number
    565400117285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass204,268 miles (+7,081)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    204,268 miles
    Test number
    260396550385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass197,187 miles (+6,470)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    197,187 miles
    Test number
    312366972412
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass190,717 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    190,717 miles
    Test number
    331384370925
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail190,717 miles (+5,154)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,717 miles
    Test number
    898708060288
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Top arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass185,563 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    185,563 miles
    Test number
    638390008465
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On markers !! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On markers !! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  14. Fail185,563 miles (+4,383)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,563 miles
    Test number
    298957729824
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On markers !! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On markers !! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  15. Pass181,180 miles (+1,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    181,180 miles
    Test number
    996141989022
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  16. Pass180,129 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    180,129 miles
    Test number
    483795467809
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  17. Fail180,129 miles (+8,455)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,129 miles
    Test number
    612376237834
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged hand brake (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  18. Pass171,674 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    171,674 miles
    Test number
    412791539243
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  19. Fail171,674 miles (+9,351)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,674 miles
    Test number
    949496432927
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  20. Pass162,323 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    162,323 miles
    Test number
    277157588390
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  21. Fail162,323 miles (+9,705)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,323 miles
    Test number
    617090354427
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  22. Pass152,618 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    152,618 miles
    Test number
    560951741037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  23. Fail152,618 miles (+9,595)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,618 miles
    Test number
    738524017652
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  24. Pass143,023 miles (+9,659)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    143,023 miles
    Test number
    304845391221
    • AdvisoryIntermediate drop arm slightly corroded but serviceable IDLER BOX (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  25. Pass133,364 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    133,364 miles
    Test number
    358184067231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail133,364 miles (+10,088)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,364 miles
    Test number
    533666256727
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass123,276 miles (+8,979)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    123,276 miles
    Test number
    820231784133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass114,297 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    114,297 miles
    Test number
    645749622498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail114,296 miles (+10,742)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,296 miles
    Test number
    128605959601
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass103,554 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,554 miles
    Test number
    319120034841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Intermediate drop arm slightly corroded but serviceable IDLER BOX (2.2.C.1d)

  31. Fail103,495 miles (+9,743)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,495 miles
    Test number
    693319452295
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Intermediate drop arm slightly corroded but serviceable IDLER BOX (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  32. Pass93,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    93,752 miles
    Test number
    547247807127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  33. Fail93,752 miles (+10,272)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,752 miles
    Test number
    587745945222
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  34. Pass83,480 miles (+11,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,480 miles
    Test number
    457763065061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  35. Pass72,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,386 miles
    Test number
    977646844249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail72,386 miles (+12,682)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,386 miles
    Test number
    518924244290
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  37. Pass59,704 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,704 miles
    Test number
    718074264014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  38. Fail59,704 miles (+11,323)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,704 miles
    Test number
    307164564059
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  39. Pass48,381 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,381 miles
    Test number
    327407643200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about LR61 VUG

Does LR61 VUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 VUG is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 VUG?
The MOT on LR61 VUG is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 VUG done?
LR61 VUG was recorded at 253,139 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 15,987 miles a year.
Has LR61 VUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 VUG has failed 14 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 VUG 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 LR61 VUG find?
LR61 VUG passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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