London Taxis INT TX II

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,402 cc

LX03 FHEMOT history

LX03 FHE is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX II first used on 21 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 284,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2024
Mileage
284,775 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 FHE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX II
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2024
Latest MOT test
11 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 FHE was last recorded at 284,775 miles on 11 May 2023, 5,982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2017: 163,175 miles, lower than 199,534 miles on 4 Jul 2016.

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
278,793 miles · 12 May 2022
Between the last two tests
5,982 miles
Average per year
12,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 284,775 miles
  • 2022 – 278,793 miles
  • 2021 – 271,843 miles
  • 2019 – 244,054 miles
  • 2018 – 235,045 miles
  • 2017 – 218,353 miles
  • 2016 – 199,534 miles
  • 2015 – 189,390 miles
  • 2014 – 182,745 miles
  • 2013 – 165,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass284,775 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass284,775 miles (+5,982)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    284,775 miles
    Test number
    620685752782
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass278,793 miles (+6,950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    278,793 miles
    Test number
    757937452481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass271,843 miles (+27,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    271,843 miles
    Test number
    149303513272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass244,054 miles (+9,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    244,054 miles
    Test number
    216757547196
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass235,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    235,045 miles
    Test number
    699760670811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail235,044 miles (+16,691)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,044 miles
    Test number
    318664361437
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play chalked yellow (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass218,353 miles (+55,178)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    218,353 miles
    Test number
    258899911628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass163,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    163,175 miles
    Test number
    346629586063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail163,175 miles (-36,359)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,175 miles
    Test number
    985088925808
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass199,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    199,534 miles
    Test number
    677535858565
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight leak

  11. Fail199,534 miles (+10,144)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,534 miles
    Test number
    528539112008
    • FailureFuel tank leaking where pipes go on tank has a leak (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight leak

  12. Pass189,390 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    189,390 miles
    Test number
    948962005247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn inner/outter edges

  13. Fail189,390 miles (+6,645)4 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,390 miles
    Test number
    279786895438
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn inner/outter edges

  14. Pass182,745 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    182,745 miles
    Test number
    827594544349
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn inside edge
    • NoteO/s/r n/s/r leaf spring bushes slight play

  15. Fail182,744 miles (+3,852)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,744 miles
    Test number
    318424844387
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn inside edge
    • NoteO/s/r n/s/r leaf spring bushes slight play

  16. Pass178,892 miles (+5,397)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    178,892 miles
    Test number
    415753504251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass173,495 miles (+543)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    173,495 miles
    Test number
    188542044444
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail172,952 miles (+7,473)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,952 miles
    Test number
    618475234046
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  19. Pass165,479 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    165,479 miles
    Test number
    978013693194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail165,478 miles5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,478 miles
    Test number
    915672293149
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LX03 FHE

Does LX03 FHE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX03 FHE expired on 12 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX03 FHE?
The MOT on LX03 FHE expired on 12 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX03 FHE done?
LX03 FHE was recorded at 284,775 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2023, an average of 12,134 miles a year.
Has LX03 FHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 FHE has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LX03 FHE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX03 FHE find?
LX03 FHE passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2023 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective; rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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