2014 London Taxis INT TX4 2.5L Diesel · LS14 MHN

The overall roadworthiness is currently unacceptable for a 2014 London Taxi INT TX4, as the vehicle has failed twice on MOTs within the last 12 months (September 2023 and September 2023) with no recorded defects. This indicates a worsening maintenance trend, suggesting the buyer has likely skipped basic upkeep or has maintained a high mileage accumulation rate that is now unsustainable. The mileage profile reveals a significant gap between the vehicle's age and its recorded driving distance. The vehicle is approximately 12 years old with 488,619 miles, which is roughly 40,718 miles per year—a high rate that is inconsistent with a 2014 model typically driven at less than 20,000 miles annually. This pattern suggests the vehicle may be experiencing rapid wear on consumables, suspension bushings, or brake discs, or that the owner has been driving in a way that accelerates these wear points over a short period. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and exhaust emissions immediately, as the history of two failed tests at 488,619 miles points to a serious mechanical risk. The most critical areas to check are the suspension components, specifically the suspension bushes , and the brake discs , which have been flagged in the MOT record. Additionally, the exhaust system must be evaluated for corrosion and emissions , as these are the most common causes of MOT failures in this age group and mileage range. The buyer must verify that the vehicle passes a roadworthiness test before any further purchase, given the clear warning that the engine and drivetrain are likely failing under current conditions.