London Taxis Int Tx1 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 93 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 62.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
London Taxis Int Tx1 MOT Reliability Overview
The London Taxis Int Tx1 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 93 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 37.6% and a failure rate of 62.4%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the London Taxis Int Tx1 earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average London Taxis Int Tx1 presents for MOT with approximately 263,567 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1998 models achieve the highest pass rate at 39.4%, while 1999 models have the lowest at 26.3%. This 13.1 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the London Taxis Int Tx1 is Suspension, affecting 80.6% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Body, Structure and General Items at 76.3%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 55.9%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Body, Structure And General Items | 83.9% | 78 |
| 2 | Suspension | 82.8% | 77 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 68.9% | 64 |
| 4 | Brakes | 53.8% | 50 |
| 5 | Steering | 49.5% | 46 |
| 6 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 26.9% | 25 |
| 7 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 23.7% | 22 |
| 8 | Tyres | 12.9% | 12 |
| 9 | Driver's View Of The Road | 7.5% | 7 |
| 10 | Non-component Advisories | 1.1% | 1 |
| 11 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.1% | 1 |
| 12 | Items Not Tested | 1.1% | 1 |
| 13 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 263,567 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 | 3.22 | 85.0% | 79 |
| Suspension | 3.14 | 82.8% | 77 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 2.61 | 68.9% | 64 |
| Brakes | 2.04 | 53.8% | 50 |
| Steering | 1.88 | 49.5% | 46 |
| Seat Belts | 1.02 | 26.9% | 25 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.90 | 23.7% | 22 |
| Tyres | 0.49 | 12.9% | 12 |
| Visibility | 0.29 | 7.5% | 7 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.04 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.04 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.04 | 1.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average London Taxis Int Tx1 has 263,567 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The London Taxis Int Tx1 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 2.37% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About London Taxis Int Tx1 MOT Data
The London Taxis Int Tx1 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 93 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 37.6% and a failure rate of 62.4%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For London Taxis Int Tx1 owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and body, structure and general items for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Tx1 is likely to perform.
Suspension — 80.6% of failures
Suspension issues account for 80.6% of MOT failures on the London Taxis Int Tx1. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Body, Structure and General Items — 76.3% of failures
Body, Structure and General Items issues account for 76.3% of MOT failures on the London Taxis Int Tx1. 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.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 55.9% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 55.9% of MOT failures on the London Taxis Int Tx1. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the London Taxis Int Tx1?
Based on 93 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the London Taxis Int Tx1 has an overall pass rate of 37.6% (62.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a London Taxis Int Tx1?
The top 3 reasons a London Taxis Int Tx1 fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (80.6%), 2. Body, Structure and General Items (76.3%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (55.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the London Taxis Int Tx1 reliable?
With a 62.4% MOT failure rate, the Tx1 is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my London Taxis Int Tx1?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (80.6%); Body, Structure and General Items (76.3%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (55.9%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.