2001 London Taxis Int Tx1 Silver Se Auto MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Tx1 Silver Se Auto models manufactured in 2001, based on 37 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2001 London Taxis Int Tx1 Silver Se Auto MOT Analysis
The 2001 London Taxis Int Tx1 Silver Se Auto has an MOT pass rate of 56.8% based on 37 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 355,938 miles on the odometer. With a 43.2% failure rate, the 2001 Tx1 Silver Se Auto is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2001 London Taxis Int Tx1 Silver Se Auto is Body, chassis, structure, responsible for 8.1% of failures. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs range from £100–500+.
Top failures specific to 2001 models only. The overall Tx1 Silver Se Auto page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 8.1% | 3 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 355,938 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body & Structure | 0.23 | 8.1% | 3 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2001 London Taxis Int Tx1 Silver Se Auto has an MOT pass rate of 56.8% based on 37 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 355,938 miles on the odometer. With a 43.2% failure rate, the 2001 Tx1 Silver Se Auto is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2001 London Taxis Int Tx1 Silver Se Auto, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to body, chassis, structure: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely. With an average mileage of 355,938 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Body, chassis, structure — 8.1% of failures
Body, chassis, structure issues account for 8.1% of MOT failures on 2001 London Taxis Int Tx1 Silver Se Auto models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.