2006 London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Tx4 Bronze models manufactured in 2006, based on 94 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2006 London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze MOT Analysis
The 2006 London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze has an MOT pass rate of 46.8% based on 94 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 256,137 miles on the odometer. With a 53.2% failure rate, the 2006 Tx4 Bronze is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze is Tyres, responsible for 5.3% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Body, chassis, structure is the second most common issue at 3.2%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment follows at 2.1%.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall Tx4 Bronze page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.3% | 5 |
| 2 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 3.2% | 3 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.1% | 2 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.1% | 2 |
| 5 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 1.1% | 1 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.1% | 1 |
| 7 | Brakes | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 256,137 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 0.21 | 5.3% | 5 |
| Body & Structure | 0.12 | 3.2% | 3 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.08 | 2.1% | 2 |
| Visibility | 0.08 | 2.1% | 2 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.04 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Suspension | 0.04 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Brakes | 0.04 | 1.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze has an MOT pass rate of 46.8% based on 94 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 256,137 miles on the odometer. With a 53.2% failure rate, the 2006 Tx4 Bronze is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With an average mileage of 256,137 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Tyres — 5.3% of failures
Tyres issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on 2006 London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Body, chassis, structure — 3.2% of failures
Body, chassis, structure issues account for 3.2% of MOT failures on 2006 London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze 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.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 2.1% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 2.1% of MOT failures on 2006 London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze models. 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.