London Taxis INT TX1 Silver

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,664 cc

T261 JKOMOT history

T261 JKO is a green diesel London Taxis INT TX1 Silver first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 232,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2022
Mileage
232,205 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T261 JKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX1 Silver
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,664 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T261 JKO was last recorded at 232,205 miles on 28 Jul 2022, 1,008 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,197 miles · 2 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,008 miles
Average per year
2,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 232,205 miles
  • 2021 – 231,197 miles
  • 2020 – 231,197 miles
  • 2019 – 229,242 miles
  • 2018 – 227,230 miles
  • 2017 – 225,154 miles
  • 2016 – 221,876 miles
  • 2015 – 218,515 miles
  • 2014 – 216,203 miles
  • 2013 – 213,661 miles
  • 2012 – 211,123 miles
  • 2011 – 207,873 miles
  • 2010 – 205,009 miles
  • 2009 – 201,366 miles
  • 2008 – 197,252 miles
  • 2007 – 193,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail232,205 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Near fuel tank (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both,clean (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail232,205 miles (+1,008)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,205 miles
    Test number
    240703096539
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Near fuel tank (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both,clean (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  2. Pass231,197 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    231,197 miles
    Test number
    293000206406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass231,197 miles (+1,955)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    231,197 miles
    Test number
    774666622525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass229,242 miles (+2,012)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    229,242 miles
    Test number
    612711362063
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust pipe is rusting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear under body is rusted and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear under body is rusted and holed

  5. Pass227,230 miles (+2,076)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    227,230 miles
    Test number
    527594978495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass225,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    225,154 miles
    Test number
    737066952346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail225,154 miles (+3,278)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,154 miles
    Test number
    193261682468
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass221,876 miles (+3,361)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    221,876 miles
    Test number
    237649198287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass218,515 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    218,515 miles
    Test number
    698385675092
    • NoteRear diff is damp ov oil

  10. Fail218,515 miles (+2,312)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,515 miles
    Test number
    945565775058
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteRear diff is damp ov oil

  11. Pass216,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    216,203 miles
    Test number
    619788394065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail216,203 miles (+2,542)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,203 miles
    Test number
    825057394043
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass213,661 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    213,661 miles
    Test number
    365207073038
    • NoteDifferential oil leak. engine oil leak.

  14. Fail213,661 miles (+2,538)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,661 miles
    Test number
    385297973034
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteDifferential oil leak. engine oil leak.

  15. Pass211,123 miles (+3,250)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    211,123 miles
    Test number
    265516672093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail207,873 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,873 miles
    Test number
    496285971070
    • Repaired at testCentre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

  17. Pass207,873 miles (+2,864)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    207,873 miles
    Test number
    796535571053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass205,009 miles (+3,643)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    205,009 miles
    Test number
    383576000181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass201,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    201,366 miles
    Test number
    340597199034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail201,366 miles (+4,114)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,366 miles
    Test number
    644077099086
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass197,252 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    197,252 miles
    Test number
    321860608138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail197,236 miles (+3,406)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,236 miles
    Test number
    544699198056
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass193,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    193,830 miles
    Test number
    724743607125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T261 JKO

Does T261 JKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T261 JKO expired on 1 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T261 JKO?
The MOT on T261 JKO expired on 1 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T261 JKO done?
T261 JKO was recorded at 232,205 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2022, an average of 2,510 miles a year.
Has T261 JKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T261 JKO has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T261 JKO 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 T261 JKO find?
T261 JKO failed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2022 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases near fuel tank; front brakes imbalanced across an axle axle 1, and 4 more.

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