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London Taxis Int TX1 Silver

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 171 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

71%

Total Tests

171

Model Years

1998 to 2001

Years Covered

3

About the London Taxis Int TX1 Silver

The London Taxis Int TX1 Silver was MOT tested 171 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (1998 to 2001), 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 (1998) averages 283,269 miles, while the newest (2001) averages 335,122 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 Silver 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

£500
Total per year£2,641
Per month£220/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 2001 details

How reliable is the London Taxis Int TX1 Silver?

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

London Taxis Int TX1 Silver by Year

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YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
200174%89335,122 mi
200078%40187,274 mi
199860%42283,269 mi

Questions about the London Taxis Int TX1 Silver

Is the London Taxis Int TX1 Silver reliable?

Across its 3 model years in our data (1998 to 2001), the London Taxis Int TX1 Silver averages a 71% MOT pass rate, from 171 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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