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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze. Check any Tx1 Bronze by registration number below.

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61.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.7%

vs London Taxis Int Avg

5

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze — MOT Reliability Overview

The London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze has an average MOT pass rate of 61.9%, which is 10.7 percentage points below the London Taxis Int brand average of 72.6%. This suggests the Tx1 Bronze can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze fails its MOT are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Tx1 Bronze for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze performs at MOT across different model years.

2002

Based on 45 vehicles

33.3%Poor
London Taxis Int average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

71.4%

2001

Based on 158 vehicles

45.6%Poor
London Taxis Int average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

48.2%

2000

Based on 78 vehicles

78.2%Good
London Taxis Int average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

15.8%

1999

Based on 99 vehicles

81.8%Good
London Taxis Int average: 72.6%
Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

6.3%

0

Based on 288 vehicles

70.8%Average
London Taxis Int average: 72.6%
Mileage at 5yr

275k mi

Top MOT Failures — London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze

The most common reasons a London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

43.5%
2

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

13.1%
3

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

8.2%
4

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

6.3%
5

Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point

6.3%
London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

13.3%

Rear Offside

13.3%

Rear Nearside

13.3%

Other London Taxis Int Models

Compare MOT reliability across London Taxis Int models.

London Taxis Int TX4

59.8% pass rate

London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze

62.5% pass rate

London Taxis Int Tx4 Bronze Auto

78.0% pass rate

London Taxis Int Tx Ii

62.3% pass rate

London Taxis Int Tx4 Style Auto

78.9% pass rate

London Taxis Int Tx4 Silver Auto

71.8% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze

London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze?
The average MOT pass rate for the London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze is 61.9% compared to the London Taxis Int average of 72.6%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze?
The most common MOT failures on the London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze are: Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (43.5%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (13.1%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (8.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 61.9%, the London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze?
Typical mileage for the London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze: 275,372 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Tx1 Bronze to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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