London Taxis Int Tx Ii MOT Failures
An analysis of 38,762 real DVSA MOT tests on the London Taxis Int Tx Ii — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the London Taxis Int Tx Ii fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the London Taxis Int Tx Ii is steering rack wear — this model is 571 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it an extreme outlier for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 38,762 MOT tests, 4.3% of all London Taxis Int Tx Ii tests recorded this as a failure.
Steering faults include worn track rod ends, power steering leaks, and rack wear. These are safety-critical — any play in the steering should be investigated immediately.
Other notable weak points include free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... (641x the fleet average), structural corrosion (65x the fleet average), track rod ends worn (59x the fleet average), and seat mounting fault (52x the fleet average). These ratios compare the London Taxis Int Tx Ii's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 6 categories: Steering, Bodywork, Seatbelts & Airbags, Lights & Electrics, Suspension and others. If you're inspecting a London Taxis Int Tx Ii before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
How failures change with mileage
The London Taxis Int Tx Ii's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.
Under 60,000 miles
At this mileage, most failures are either design-related or caused by age rather than wear. Components like bushes and drop links may not have been replaced yet, and original-fit parts can deteriorate even on low-mileage cars that spend a lot of time sitting.
For the London Taxis Int Tx Ii specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... (641x the average) and steering rack wear (571x). structural corrosion (65x) and seat mounting fault (52x) also appear frequently.
Over 100,000 miles
High-mileage cars accumulate failures across multiple systems. The key question isn't whether things will need doing — they will — but whether the car has been maintained well enough to keep on top of them. Look for a consistent service history and recent MOT passes with minimal advisories.
For the London Taxis Int Tx Ii specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are track rod ends worn (59x the average) and steering rack wear (28x). emissions failure (17x) and suspension component insecurely attached to cha... (16x) also appear frequently.
The shift from free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... at lower mileages to track rod ends worn at higher mileages is typical — early failures tend to be design or factory-related, while high-mileage failures reflect accumulated mechanical wear. A car that's been well maintained will usually dodge the worst of both.
What to check before buying a London Taxis Int Tx Ii
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a London Taxis Int Tx Ii:
Steering — check for steering rack wear, free play in the steering, measured at the rim ..., track rod ends worn. Bodywork — check for structural corrosion.
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
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London Taxis Int Tx Ii MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a London Taxis Int Tx Ii?
Based on 38,762 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is steering rack wear — at 571x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... and structural corrosion.
Is the London Taxis Int Tx Ii reliable based on MOT data?
The London Taxis Int Tx Ii has 11 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is steering rack wear. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
Above 100,000 miles, the London Taxis Int Tx Ii most commonly fails on track rod ends worn and steering rack wear. Under 60,000 miles, the main issues are free play in the steering, measured at the rim ... and steering rack wear.
How do I check a London Taxis Int Tx Ii's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.