London Taxis INT TX4

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,486 cc

LS09 ZVAMOT history

LS09 ZVA is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX4 first used on 6 May 2009. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2023 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 205,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2023
Mileage
205,103 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2022
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
15,803 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 ZVA
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
2009
First used
6 May 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 ZVA was last recorded at 205,103 miles on 20 Apr 2022, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,079 miles · 19 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
15,803 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 205,103 miles
  • 2021 – 196,966 miles
  • 2020 – 185,725 miles
  • 2019 – 175,120 miles
  • 2018 – 158,633 miles
  • 2017 – 140,415 miles
  • 2016 – 123,980 miles
  • 2015 – 108,339 miles
  • 2014 – 91,949 miles
  • 2013 – 73,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,103 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear lights affected by reverse lightRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing has slight playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,103 miles (+24)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    205,103 miles
    Test number
    594976215125
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear lights affected by reverse light
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing has slight play

  2. Fail205,079 miles (+8,113)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,079 miles
    Test number
    475252725478
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear lights affected by reverse light
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing has slight play

  3. Pass196,966 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    196,966 miles
    Test number
    372950034876
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Fail196,951 miles (+6,165)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,951 miles
    Test number
    460645673089
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn yellow marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Pass190,786 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    190,786 miles
    Test number
    842954183181
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail190,785 miles (+5,060)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,785 miles
    Test number
    705080792259
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSteering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass185,725 miles (+10,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    185,725 miles
    Test number
    689315299477
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass175,120 miles (+7,861)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    175,120 miles
    Test number
    183638448762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass167,259 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2020
    Odometer
    167,259 miles
    Test number
    686750571913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail167,258 miles (+8,625)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,258 miles
    Test number
    530228500894
    • DangerousCentral Prop shaft likely to become detached bush detached /marked (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Both sides/Marked (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing smooth on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass158,633 miles (+9,566)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    158,633 miles
    Test number
    502363367339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass149,067 miles (+8,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    149,067 miles
    Test number
    223100371146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass140,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    140,415 miles
    Test number
    128798700888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail140,415 miles (+8,576)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,415 miles
    Test number
    804259214689
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass131,839 miles (+7,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    131,839 miles
    Test number
    811632869356
    • AdvisoryEngine mil light on.

  16. Pass123,980 miles (+8,206)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,980 miles
    Test number
    914054689545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass115,774 miles (+7,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,774 miles
    Test number
    810704798026
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre is wearing thin on inner edge

  18. Pass108,339 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,339 miles
    Test number
    912785235600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass99,651 miles (+7,702)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    99,651 miles
    Test number
    435405335181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass91,949 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    91,949 miles
    Test number
    405930434378
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail91,949 miles (+9,637)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,949 miles
    Test number
    935280934328
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass82,312 miles (+8,745)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,312 miles
    Test number
    966179524151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on edges , tyre very slightly out of shape
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  23. Pass73,567 miles (+9,510)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    73,567 miles
    Test number
    495222023399
    • NoteOil leak by starter motor

  24. Pass64,057 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,057 miles
    Test number
    287047033417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS09 ZVA

Does LS09 ZVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 ZVA expired on 19 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 ZVA?
The MOT on LS09 ZVA expired on 19 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 ZVA done?
LS09 ZVA was recorded at 205,103 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2022, an average of 15,803 miles a year.
Has LS09 ZVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 ZVA has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS09 ZVA 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 LS09 ZVA find?
LS09 ZVA passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2022 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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