LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER (1998)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 42 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
60%
Total Tests (2024)
42
Avg Mileage
283,269 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,250
Is the 1998 LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 22 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the LONDON TAXIS INT brand average of 76%.
At 26 years old, 60% of LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVERs from 1998 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 42 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 283,269 miles.
How does the 1998 LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1998 LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER has 283,269 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 192,400 miles for a 26-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 1998 LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 1998 LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER
The 1998 LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER is a large car with a 2664cc diesel engine. 42 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 98% of 1998 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 283,269 miles at 26 years old, LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER owners cover more miles than the average driver.
1998 LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER Fuel Costs
The 2664cc diesel engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.
What does it cost to own a 1998 LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,250 (£188/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 60% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 1998 LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER
At 26 years old, the LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 42 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1998 LONDON TAXIS INT TX1 SILVER
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER (1999) 70% pass rate (+10%) from 12,854 tests
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER (1997) 76% pass rate (+16%) from 10,084 tests
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY (1999) 75% pass rate (+15%) from 5,978 tests
- FORD TRANSIT (1998) 72% pass rate (+12%) from 3,080 tests