2016 London Taxis INT TX4 2.8L Diesel · LP65 EWZ

The vehicle’s MOT history presents a stable roadworthiness record, with the most recent test on 23 January 2026 at 204,365 miles passing without defects—a trend that has held consistently since September 2024 , when it last passed at 189,200 miles . The sole failure in this period occurred on 23 January 2025 , yet no defects were recorded, suggesting a clerical or administrative error rather than a mechanical issue. This clean slate over the past two years indicates the taxi has either been well-maintained by its previous owners or operated under controlled conditions where major wear items were addressed proactively. The absence of advisories or minor defects in recent tests further reduces concerns about deferred maintenance, though the high mileage accumulation demands closer scrutiny of high-stress components. The mileage progression reveals aggressive usage, with 10,773 miles covered between January 2025 and January 2026 —a rate that, while typical for a London taxi, accelerates wear on suspension bushes, brake calipers, and drivetrain seals. The gap between the September 2024 (189,200 miles) and January 2025 (193,992 miles) tests suggests a 4,792-mile interval , which is shorter than the usual six-month MOT cycle, implying either a pre-emptive retest or a change in ownership. The lack of recorded defects across all tests, however, means there’s no evidence of escalating issues tied to this usage pattern. That said, the 20,436 annual miles —double the UK average for a vehicle of this age—warrants a buyer’s due diligence on components prone to fatigue under such demand. Given the history, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the rear suspension geometry , particularly the coil springs and anti-roll bar bushes , which are critical for a taxi’s load-bearing stability over high mileage. The brake system —disc thickness, caliper binding, and hydraulic fluid condition—should be checked for uneven wear, as London taxis often endure frequent stops and heavy loads. Exhaust emissions may also merit closer examination, even though no MOT failures were logged, since diesel engines in this class can develop subtle leaks or DPF-related issues over time. Structural integrity, especially around the chassis rails and wheel arches , should be assessed for corrosion or fatigue cracks, given the vehicle’s age and the urban environment’s corrosive elements. While the MOT record is reassuring, the mileage suggests this is not a low-mileage runaround but a working vehicle pushed to its limits.