London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,725 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 39.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto MOT Reliability Overview
The London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,725 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.3% and a failure rate of 39.7%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto presents for MOT with approximately 177,031 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2011 models achieve the highest pass rate at 63.3%, while 2007 models have the lowest at 57.0%. This 6.3 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 Tx4 Bronze Auto is Suspension, affecting 46.8% 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 Brakes at 31.0%. Steering rounds out the top three at 18.6%. 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
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 6 to 10 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto shows a relatively stable failure rate after warranty — the change of 0% is negligible. Peak failure occurs at age 9 (47.0% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
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 | Suspension | 47.9% | 826 |
| 2 | Brakes | 31.8% | 548 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 27.0% | 466 |
| 4 | Steering | 18.9% | 326 |
| 5 | Tyres | 14.8% | 256 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 5.1% | 88 |
| 7 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 4.2% | 73 |
| 8 | Driver's View Of The Road | 3.6% | 62 |
| 9 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 3.2% | 55 |
| 10 | Body, Structure And General Items | 2.9% | 50 |
| 11 | Visibility | 2.3% | 39 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 1.9% | 33 |
| 13 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.3% | 23 |
| 14 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.0% | 17 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 177,031 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2.70 | 47.9% | 826 |
| Brakes | 1.79 | 31.8% | 548 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.53 | 27.0% | 466 |
| Steering | 1.07 | 18.9% | 326 |
| Tyres | 0.84 | 14.8% | 256 |
| Body & Structure | 0.40 | 7.1% | 123 |
| Visibility | 0.33 | 5.9% | 101 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.29 | 5.1% | 88 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.18 | 3.2% | 55 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.11 | 1.9% | 33 |
| Seat Belts | 0.08 | 1.3% | 23 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.06 | 1.0% | 17 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto has 177,031 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 Tx4 Bronze Auto has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 2.24% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto MOT Data
The London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,725 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.3% and a failure rate of 39.7%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and brakes 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 Tx4 Bronze Auto is likely to perform.
Suspension — 46.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 46.8% of MOT failures on the London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto. 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.
Brakes — 31.0% of failures
Brakes issues account for 31.0% of MOT failures on the London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Steering — 18.6% of failures
Steering issues account for 18.6% of MOT failures on the London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto?
Based on 1,725 MOT tests in our database, the London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto has an overall pass rate of 60.3% (39.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto?
The top 3 reasons a London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (46.8%), 2. Brakes (31.0%), 3. Steering (18.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto reliable?
With a 39.7% MOT failure rate, the Tx4 Bronze Auto is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (46.8%); Brakes (31.0%); Steering (18.6%). 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.