London Taxis INT TX1 Silver

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,664 cc

Y268 HGJMOT history

Y268 HGJ is a black diesel London Taxis INT TX1 Silver first used on 26 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2022 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 511,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2022
Mileage
511,017 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2021
MOT tests
34
18 passed · 16 failed
Per year
18,844 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y268 HGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
London Taxis INT
Model
TX1 Silver
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,664 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y268 HGJ was last recorded at 511,017 miles on 2 Nov 2021, 390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
510,627 miles · 26 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
390 miles
Average per year
18,844 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 511,017 miles
  • 2020 – 501,914 miles
  • 2019 – 493,367 miles
  • 2018 – 469,811 miles
  • 2017 – 449,469 miles
  • 2016 – 426,246 miles
  • 2015 – 404,238 miles
  • 2014 – 380,889 miles
  • 2013 – 355,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass511,017 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

34 tests since 9 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass511,017 miles (+390)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    511,017 miles
    Test number
    883010835631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail510,627 miles (+6,369)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    510,627 miles
    Test number
    609403973676
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass504,258 miles (+3)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    504,258 miles
    Test number
    678917229308
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security boot (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail504,255 miles (+2,341)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    504,255 miles
    Test number
    383273993702
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security boot (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass501,914 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    501,914 miles
    Test number
    971043194646
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail501,909 miles (+2,853)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    501,909 miles
    Test number
    436059555190
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass499,056 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    499,056 miles
    Test number
    751388452418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in Windscreen but not adversely affecting driver's view

  8. Fail499,052 miles (+5,685)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    499,052 miles
    Test number
    657746902220
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in Windscreen but not adversely affecting driver's view

  9. Pass493,367 miles (+359)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    493,367 miles
    Test number
    280297199870
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail493,008 miles (+6,588)1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    493,008 miles
    Test number
    995979067722
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass486,420 miles (+5,540)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    486,420 miles
    Test number
    322088178797
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBody cover fitted to outer sills
    • AdvisoryVehicle has heavy wax oil sprayed to the underside

  12. Pass480,880 miles (+11,069)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    480,880 miles
    Test number
    367917407532
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody covers fitted on sills

  13. Pass469,811 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    469,811 miles
    Test number
    329141686523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody covers fitted

  14. Fail469,781 miles (+8,040)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    469,781 miles
    Test number
    827573934765
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody covers fitted

  15. Pass461,741 miles (+388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    461,741 miles
    Test number
    484777624339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion boot floor (6.1.B.2)

  16. Fail461,353 miles (+11,884)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    461,353 miles
    Test number
    982868541980
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings boot floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion boot floor (6.1.B.2)

  17. Pass449,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    449,469 miles
    Test number
    114997076837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail449,469 miles (+12,157)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    449,469 miles
    Test number
    854609726111
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass437,312 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    437,312 miles
    Test number
    271176684402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

  20. Fail437,312 miles (+11,066)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    437,312 miles
    Test number
    553885434809
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

  21. Pass426,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    426,246 miles
    Test number
    550391754153
    • AdvisoryInhibitor Not Working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

  22. Fail426,246 miles (+9,295)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    426,246 miles
    Test number
    528016463797
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryInhibitor Not Working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass416,951 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    416,951 miles
    Test number
    621282665024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Fail416,951 miles (+12,713)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    416,951 miles
    Test number
    955698768782
    • FailureNearside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass404,238 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    404,238 miles
    Test number
    866858005208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteInhibitor Not Working

  26. Fail404,238 miles (+10,476)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    404,238 miles
    Test number
    606416505254
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteInhibitor Not Working

  27. Pass393,762 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    393,762 miles
    Test number
    409399025092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  28. Fail393,762 miles (+12,873)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    393,762 miles
    Test number
    955109825022
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  29. Pass380,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    380,889 miles
    Test number
    759366304252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail380,889 miles (+12,693)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    380,889 miles
    Test number
    338526504240
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass368,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    368,196 miles
    Test number
    635098734061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail368,196 miles (+12,319)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    368,196 miles
    Test number
    375358634064
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  33. Pass355,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    355,877 miles
    Test number
    785501823216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail355,877 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    355,877 miles
    Test number
    645471523278
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about Y268 HGJ

Does Y268 HGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y268 HGJ expired on 1 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y268 HGJ?
The MOT on Y268 HGJ expired on 1 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y268 HGJ done?
Y268 HGJ was recorded at 511,017 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2021, an average of 18,844 miles a year.
Has Y268 HGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y268 HGJ has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on Y268 HGJ 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 Y268 HGJ find?
Y268 HGJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2021 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wheel arches; offside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wheel arches, and 1 more.

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