London Taxis INT TX4

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,776 cc

LS16 RLUMOT history

LS16 RLU is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX4 first used on 15 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 251,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
251,804 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
23,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 RLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,776 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
15 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 RLU was last recorded at 251,804 miles on 19 May 2026, 10,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,482 miles · 18 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
10,322 miles
Average per year
23,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 251,804 miles
  • 2025 – 241,482 miles
  • 2024 – 219,009 miles
  • 2023 – 197,524 miles
  • 2022 – 172,450 miles
  • 2021 – 145,973 miles
  • 2020 – 122,199 miles
  • 2019 – 100,194 miles
  • 2018 – 80,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass251,804 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Emissions low to read

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass251,804 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    251,804 miles
    Test number
    147933609378
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail251,804 miles (+10,322)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,804 miles
    Test number
    360682606821
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass241,482 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    241,482 miles
    Test number
    983082562131
    • AdvisoryEmissions low to read

  4. Fail241,481 miles (+11,104)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,481 miles
    Test number
    399463116828
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions low to read

  5. Pass230,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    230,377 miles
    Test number
    930056346080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail230,376 miles (+11,367)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,376 miles
    Test number
    786740287300
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass219,009 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    219,009 miles
    Test number
    154271864839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail219,008 miles (+11,846)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,008 miles
    Test number
    328088852091
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass207,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    207,162 miles
    Test number
    503752758482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Fail207,162 miles (+9,638)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,162 miles
    Test number
    751271421521
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass197,524 miles (+12,270)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    197,524 miles
    Test number
    868746978445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to low to read

  12. Pass185,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    185,254 miles
    Test number
    560461950044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail185,254 miles (+12,804)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,254 miles
    Test number
    781410199073
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass172,450 miles (+12,971)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    172,450 miles
    Test number
    545305538172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass159,479 miles (+13,506)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    159,479 miles
    Test number
    472788014618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass145,973 miles (+12,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    145,973 miles
    Test number
    116538307657
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass133,215 miles (+11,016)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    133,215 miles
    Test number
    137005246457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass122,199 miles (+6,383)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    122,199 miles
    Test number
    178012869477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass115,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    115,816 miles
    Test number
    410780791429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  20. Fail115,816 miles (+15,622)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,816 miles
    Test number
    302147786332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  21. Pass100,194 miles (+13,099)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,194 miles
    Test number
    208842178167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass87,095 miles (+6,616)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2020
    Odometer
    87,095 miles
    Test number
    890905577707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,479 miles (+16,843)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    80,479 miles
    Test number
    938864804099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,636 miles
    Test number
    405140995603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS16 RLU

Does LS16 RLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 RLU is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 RLU?
The MOT on LS16 RLU is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 RLU done?
LS16 RLU was recorded at 251,804 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 23,118 miles a year.
Has LS16 RLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 RLU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 RLU 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 LS16 RLU find?
LS16 RLU passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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