London Taxis INT TX4

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,486 cc

LS59 YLUMOT history

LS59 YLU is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX4 first used on 23 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 27 of 35 MOT tests, with 415,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
415,391 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
35
27 passed · 8 failed
Per year
23,755 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 YLU
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
23 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 YLU was last recorded at 415,391 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 376,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Apr 2026: 39,313 miles, lower than 388,985 miles on 22 Jan 2026.

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
39,313 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
376,078 miles
Average per year
23,755 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 415,391 miles
  • 2025 – 377,231 miles
  • 2024 – 340,283 miles
  • 2023 – 299,648 miles
  • 2022 – 256,414 miles
  • 2021 – 235,751 miles
  • 2020 – 225,119 miles
  • 2019 – 215,090 miles
  • 2018 – 198,231 miles
  • 2017 – 184,050 miles
  • 2016 – 168,228 miles
  • 2015 – 158,312 miles
  • 2014 – 134,051 miles
  • 2013 – 110,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass415,391 miles

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

35 tests since 28 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass415,391 miles (+376,078)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    415,391 miles
    Test number
    856352074237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass39,313 miles (-349,672)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    39,313 miles
    Test number
    121685876206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass388,985 miles (+11,754)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    388,985 miles
    Test number
    656362711056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass377,231 miles (+13,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    377,231 miles
    Test number
    553487146289
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Pass364,215 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    364,215 miles
    Test number
    343445963779
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail364,203 miles (+10,192)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    364,203 miles
    Test number
    937143646157
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass354,011 miles (+13,728)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    354,011 miles
    Test number
    335591472090
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  8. Pass340,283 miles (+16,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    340,283 miles
    Test number
    303255269090
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass324,244 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    324,244 miles
    Test number
    472939447786
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail324,122 miles (+24,474)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    324,122 miles
    Test number
    324898006808
    • MajorSuspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear axle stabilizer arm/cross arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass299,648 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    299,648 miles
    Test number
    487888607000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail299,581 miles (+21,879)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    299,581 miles
    Test number
    904949422946
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting rear door shut/wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass277,702 miles (+21,288)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    277,702 miles
    Test number
    167527090412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass256,414 miles (+10,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    256,414 miles
    Test number
    915152656303
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFreeplay at steering wheel

  15. Pass245,988 miles (+10,237)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    245,988 miles
    Test number
    425167004902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass235,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    235,751 miles
    Test number
    992754040954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail235,751 miles (+5,431)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,751 miles
    Test number
    825874929181
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device ineffective drag link (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  18. Pass230,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    230,320 miles
    Test number
    182449038715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail230,320 miles (+5,201)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,320 miles
    Test number
    834297481392
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  20. Pass225,119 miles (+10,029)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    225,119 miles
    Test number
    871003992751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass215,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    215,090 miles
    Test number
    346859793604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail215,090 miles (+8,764)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,090 miles
    Test number
    225239405062
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

  23. Pass206,326 miles (+8,095)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    206,326 miles
    Test number
    404810151723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass198,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    198,231 miles
    Test number
    348225074623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail198,231 miles (+6,990)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,231 miles
    Test number
    693882625616
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  26. Pass191,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    191,241 miles
    Test number
    213970812782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail191,241 miles (+7,191)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,241 miles
    Test number
    611530291190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

  28. Pass184,050 miles (+7,499)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    184,050 miles
    Test number
    697077713964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass176,551 miles (+8,323)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    176,551 miles
    Test number
    792545077455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass168,228 miles (+9,916)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    168,228 miles
    Test number
    550235133674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass158,312 miles (+11,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    158,312 miles
    Test number
    667229717795
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  32. Pass147,149 miles (+13,098)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    147,149 miles
    Test number
    719219415113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass134,051 miles (+9,652)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    134,051 miles
    Test number
    415340604322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass124,399 miles (+14,105)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    124,399 miles
    Test number
    518280624116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass110,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    110,294 miles
    Test number
    387251603395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 YLU

Does LS59 YLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 YLU is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 YLU?
The MOT on LS59 YLU is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 YLU done?
LS59 YLU was recorded at 415,391 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 23,755 miles a year.
Has LS59 YLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 YLU has failed 8 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 YLU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Apr 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS59 YLU find?
LS59 YLU passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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