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London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 4 model years from 285 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

71%

Total Tests

285

Model Years

1999 to 2002

Years Covered

4

About the London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze

The London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze was MOT tested 285 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 4 model years (1999 to 2002), with an average pass rate of 71%. That's 11 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list diesel versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1999) averages 189,787 miles, while the newest (2002) averages 410,970 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the London Taxis Int brand average of 76%, the TX1 Bronze is 5 points lower, placing it among the less reliable London Taxis Int models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Diesel, 2664cc)
£1,676
Road Tax
£410
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,841
Per month£237/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2002 details

How reliable is the London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze?

vs average of all models-11% (82% avg)
vs London Taxis Int brand average-5% (76% avg)

London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze by Year

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YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
200258%48410,970 mi
200159%126306,334 mi
200082%44238,908 mi
199985%67189,787 mi

Questions about the London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze

Is the London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze reliable?

Across its 4 model years in our data (1999 to 2002), the London Taxis Int TX1 Bronze averages a 71% MOT pass rate, from 285 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

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