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R304 BLD

1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto

Blue Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,345 mi
Last recorded52,345 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto187,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR304 BLD
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTX1 Bronze Auto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 52,345 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 52,345 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 48,112 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 42,707 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 37,540 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 35,859 miles

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto?

Based on 769 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
18,779
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 59
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 50
suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
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R304 BLD is a 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto in Blue with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 187,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R304 BLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R304 BLD registered?

R304 BLD is a 1998 London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze Auto, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R304 BLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R304 BLD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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