2009 London Taxis INT TX4 2.5L Diesel · LS09 PJO

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-11-19 at 382,460 miles passed without any recorded defects, confirming it remains roadworthy under current DVSA standards. The preceding tests in 2025—both in July and April—also passed cleanly, though the March 2025 test at 360,004 miles was the only failure in this period, yet no defects were logged, suggesting either a minor administrative oversight or a temporary system anomaly. The absence of advisories or recurring faults in the last 18 months indicates no obvious pattern of deferred maintenance or chronic issues. However, the lack of defects does not preclude hidden wear, particularly in high-mileage components like suspension, drivetrain, or exhaust systems, which are not always captured in standard MOT checks. The recorded mileage of 382,460 miles over 17 years equates to approximately 22,500 miles annually, a rate significantly higher than average for a vehicle of this age. Between the November 2024 test at 348,299 miles and the November 2025 test at 382,460 miles, the vehicle accumulated 34,161 miles in just over a year—a rapid increase that may suggest intensive use or inconsistent servicing. The gap between the April 2025 (360,019 miles) and March 2025 (360,004 miles) tests is unusually short, implying either a rushed retest or an error in mileage recording. Such inconsistencies warrant scrutiny of service records, as prolonged high-mileage operation without documented maintenance could accelerate wear in critical areas like coil springs, suspension bushes, and brake calipers. Given the vehicle’s age and mileage, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage. The absence of MOT advisories does not rule out binding brake calipers or unevenly worn brake discs, especially if the vehicle has been used heavily in urban environments. Structural integrity should also be assessed, focusing on underbody corrosion around the sills, subframe, and exhaust system—common failure points in London taxis given their operating conditions. While the MOT history shows no overt red flags, the high mileage and rapid accumulation suggest these areas may have been neglected, and a pre-purchase inspection is essential to verify their condition.