London Taxis INT TX II

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,402 cc

LX53 BWFMOT history

LX53 BWF is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX II first used on 15 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 476,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2023
Mileage
476,949 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
37,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 BWF
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
15 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX53 BWF was last recorded at 476,949 miles on 27 Mar 2025, 13,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
463,346 miles · 21 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
13,603 miles
Average per year
37,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 476,949 miles
  • 2022 – 463,346 miles
  • 2021 – 195,089 miles
  • 2019 – 187,361 miles
  • 2018 – 166,305 miles
  • 2017 – 144,240 miles
  • 2016 – 119,232 miles
  • 2015 – 93,730 miles
  • 2014 – 68,310 miles
  • 2013 – 43,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail476,949 miles
  • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBody mounting fixings insecure excessively corroded os inner sill (6.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
  • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Body mounting fixings insecure excessively corroded ns iner sill (6.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Body mounting fixings insecure excessively corroded nsr (6.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) drag link (2.3 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail476,949 miles (+13,603)2 dangerous26 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    476,949 miles
    Test number
    306696430508
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBody mounting fixings insecure excessively corroded os inner sill (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Body mounting fixings insecure excessively corroded ns iner sill (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Body mounting fixings insecure excessively corroded nsr (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) drag link (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Pass463,346 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    463,346 miles
    Test number
    351320125048
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers poor clearing
  3. Fail463,346 miles (+268,257)10 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    463,346 miles
    Test number
    863186600738
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking at Drain plug (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass195,089 miles (+7)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    195,089 miles
    Test number
    196763380452
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRemould tyre fitted to nearside front
  5. Fail195,082 miles (+7,721)2 dangerous11 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,082 miles
    Test number
    498933566645
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure left front bolt not tight (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Intermediate drop arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected idler bush sloppy (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction phone holder screwed to dash (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid missing (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil low presure pipe leaking (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge i (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aims giving a poor pattern
  6. Pass187,361 miles (+25)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    187,361 miles
    Test number
    517287747248
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perrished on side walls
  7. Fail187,336 miles (+21,031)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,336 miles
    Test number
    206295006860
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn top wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perrished on side walls
  8. Pass166,305 miles (+11,559)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    166,305 miles
    Test number
    128930877580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass154,746 miles (+10,506)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    154,746 miles
    Test number
    662316393243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass144,240 miles (+12,525)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    144,240 miles
    Test number
    853864477581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass131,715 miles (+12,483)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    131,715 miles
    Test number
    779969110838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass119,232 miles (+13,098)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    119,232 miles
    Test number
    909462876955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,134 miles (+12,404)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    106,134 miles
    Test number
    338535445019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,730 miles (+12,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    93,730 miles
    Test number
    718612925221
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass81,192 miles (+12,882)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    81,192 miles
    Test number
    908028645059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,310 miles (+11,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    68,310 miles
    Test number
    739517324236
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass56,646 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    56,646 miles
    Test number
    179549744480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  18. Fail56,646 miles (+13,101)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,646 miles
    Test number
    189849244010
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  19. Pass43,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    43,545 miles
    Test number
    345587423438
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LX53 BWF

Does LX53 BWF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 BWF expired on 20 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 BWF?
The MOT on LX53 BWF expired on 20 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 BWF done?
LX53 BWF was recorded at 476,949 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2025, an average of 37,317 miles a year.
Has LX53 BWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 BWF has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LX53 BWF 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 LX53 BWF find?
LX53 BWF failed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2025 with 2 dangerous defects and 26 major defects: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier, and 25 more.

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