London Taxis INT TX4 Gold

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,499 cc

LS56 BVZMOT history

LS56 BVZ is a silver diesel London Taxis INT TX4 Gold first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 298,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2025
Mileage
298,138 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2024
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
12,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX4 Gold
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 BVZ was last recorded at 298,138 miles on 17 Jul 2024, 156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
297,982 miles · 14 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
156 miles
Average per year
12,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 298,138 miles
  • 2023 – 297,982 miles
  • 2020 – 282,045 miles
  • 2019 – 275,575 miles
  • 2018 – 259,785 miles
  • 2017 – 243,042 miles
  • 2015 – 202,596 miles
  • 2014 – 171,456 miles
  • 2013 – 161,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass298,138 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust getting corroded
  • AdvisoryLight masks fitted at time of test
  • AdvisorySome play steering box

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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass298,138 miles (+156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    298,138 miles
    Test number
    310320747618
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust getting corroded
    • AdvisoryLight masks fitted at time of test
    • AdvisorySome play steering box

  2. Pass297,982 miles (+15,937)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    297,982 miles
    Test number
    112493005847
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))

  3. Pass282,045 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    282,045 miles
    Test number
    764786624527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail282,023 miles (+6,448)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,023 miles
    Test number
    794757121232
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass275,575 miles (+7,793)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    275,575 miles
    Test number
    172253047788
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass267,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2020
    Odometer
    267,782 miles
    Test number
    986956305117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail267,782 miles (+7,997)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,782 miles
    Test number
    483485511869
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Pass259,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    259,785 miles
    Test number
    706549336302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail259,785 miles (+9,175)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,785 miles
    Test number
    832034427872
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass250,610 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    250,610 miles
    Test number
    639674144415
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  11. Fail250,608 miles (+7,566)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,608 miles
    Test number
    483517367026
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass243,042 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    243,042 miles
    Test number
    195579714282
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail243,039 miles (+10,426)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,039 miles
    Test number
    272555757421
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Pass232,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    232,613 miles
    Test number
    443431909874
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    309506697360
    • AdvisoryCOOLANT LEAK
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    620764047031
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. FailMileage not read3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    312123832074
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  18. Pass202,596 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    202,596 miles
    Test number
    766977317986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Fail202,596 miles (+9,422)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,596 miles
    Test number
    446738143862
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Fail193,174 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,174 miles
    Test number
    317068845194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  21. Pass193,174 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    193,174 miles
    Test number
    709558745183
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  22. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    666352324306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    828581324360
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass171,456 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    171,456 miles
    Test number
    317182144146
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  25. Fail171,456 miles (+10,411)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,456 miles
    Test number
    717872944133
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  26. Pass161,045 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    161,045 miles
    Test number
    358007613397
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail161,039 miles1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,039 miles
    Test number
    419286713407
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LS56 BVZ

Does LS56 BVZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 BVZ expired on 16 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BVZ?
The MOT on LS56 BVZ expired on 16 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 BVZ done?
LS56 BVZ was recorded at 298,138 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2024, an average of 12,840 miles a year.
Has LS56 BVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BVZ has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LS56 BVZ 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 LS56 BVZ find?
LS56 BVZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2024 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust getting corroded; light masks fitted at time of test, and 1 more.

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