London Taxis INT TX1 Silver

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,664 cc

S736 VOPMOT history

S736 VOP is a blue diesel London Taxis INT TX1 Silver first used on 11 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2025 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 219,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2025
Mileage
219,004 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2024
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S736 VOP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX1 Silver
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,664 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
11 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S736 VOP was last recorded at 219,004 miles on 30 Jul 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Feb 2009: 22,861 miles, lower than 222,094 miles on 29 Jul 2008.
  • 21 Mar 2017: 219,004 miles, lower than 305,816 miles on 24 Mar 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
219,004 miles · 26 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 219,004 miles
  • 2023 – 219,004 miles
  • 2017 – 219,004 miles
  • 2016 – 305,816 miles
  • 2015 – 305,816 miles
  • 2014 – 299,818 miles
  • 2013 – 293,860 miles
  • 2012 – 280,944 miles
  • 2011 – 268,122 miles
  • 2010 – 251,795 miles
  • 2009 – 236,081 miles
  • 2008 – 222,094 miles
  • 2007 – 205,797 miles
  • 2006 – 190,903 miles
  • 2005 – 172,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,004 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRust slight corrosion to steering, suspension, body and chassis items

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.

  • Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded Upper & lower

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 25 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,004 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    219,004 miles
    Test number
    769740786097
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRust slight corrosion to steering, suspension, body and chassis items
  2. Fail219,004 miles12 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,004 miles
    Test number
    106858656339
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner & Outer (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner & Outer (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner & Outer (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play All lock nuts nearside & offside loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront lower part of the wings loose & slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Fail219,004 miles1 dangerous23 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,004 miles
    Test number
    812636515746
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/16C (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust blow 1.06 (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Rubbers on limit (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass219,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    219,004 miles
    Test number
    765852349085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail219,004 miles (-86,812)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,004 miles
    Test number
    535490872641
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  6. Pass305,816 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    305,816 miles
    Test number
    560976262580
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath vechile
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyres all round
  7. Pass305,816 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    305,816 miles
    Test number
    709596835022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront n/s wiper a little streaky
    • NoteSlight wetness @ steering box
  8. Fail305,816 miles (+5,998)6 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    305,816 miles
    Test number
    729094035038
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront n/s wiper a little streaky
    • NoteHandbrake reading to n/s a little low for a car of this type
    • NoteSlight wetness @ steering box
    • NoteUnable to check n/s/r wheel bearing due to brake bind
  9. Pass299,818 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    299,818 miles
    Test number
    525068314291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll welding repairs covered in undersill
  10. Fail299,818 miles (+4,500)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    299,818 miles
    Test number
    685756514252
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  11. Pass295,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    295,318 miles
    Test number
    688321044008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail295,318 miles (+1,458)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    295,318 miles
    Test number
    386294634043
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
  13. Pass293,860 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    293,860 miles
    Test number
    126503913284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear service brakes applied a little uneven
  14. Fail293,860 miles (+5,771)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,860 miles
    Test number
    995483813206
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear service brakes applied a little uneven
  15. Pass288,089 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    288,089 miles
    Test number
    175468133488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail287,980 miles (+7,036)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,980 miles
    Test number
    968085533092
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel cylinder locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteChuffing noise @ number 2 injector
    • NoteRear o/s service brake slow coming on
    • NoteSlight brake bind @ o/s/r
  17. Pass280,944 miles (+6,149)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    280,944 miles
    Test number
    389682112279
    • NoteO/s/f wheel gets close to body on lock to lock
    • NoteRear brakes slightly out of balance
    • NoteSlight blow on one of the injectors
  18. Pass274,795 miles (+6,673)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    274,795 miles
    Test number
    268663432060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass268,122 miles (+7,916)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    268,122 miles
    Test number
    499724411241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass260,206 miles (+8,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    260,206 miles
    Test number
    989563231006
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass251,795 miles (+7,989)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    251,795 miles
    Test number
    791677000214
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  22. Pass243,806 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    243,806 miles
    Test number
    260293530068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
  23. Fail243,791 miles (+7,710)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,791 miles
    Test number
    262792430038
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel cylinder securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel cylinder securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
  24. Pass236,081 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    236,081 miles
    Test number
    152674209295
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  25. Fail236,081 miles (+213,220)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,081 miles
    Test number
    991614409298
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  26. Pass22,861 miles (-199,233)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    22,861 miles
    Test number
    861443039064
    • NoteSteering box damp
  27. Pass222,094 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    222,094 miles
    Test number
    332081818431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail222,071 miles (+8,256)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,071 miles
    Test number
    912390418254
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
  29. Pass213,815 miles (+8,018)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    213,815 miles
    Test number
    782715738079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass205,797 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    205,797 miles
    Test number
    332134417495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail205,758 miles (+14,855)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,758 miles
    Test number
    933293217265
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  32. Pass190,903 miles (+17,931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    190,903 miles
    Test number
    321173216248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  33. Pass172,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    172,972 miles
    Test number
    193966405201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail172,952 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,952 miles
    Test number
    680776205205
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S736 VOP

Does S736 VOP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S736 VOP expired on 29 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S736 VOP?
The MOT on S736 VOP expired on 29 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S736 VOP done?
S736 VOP was recorded at 219,004 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2024, an average of 2,422 miles a year.
Has S736 VOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S736 VOP has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S736 VOP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 2 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S736 VOP find?
S736 VOP passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2024 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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