Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

29% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze reliable?

Based on MOT data from 174 vehicles, the 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze has a first-time MOT pass rate of 72.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze (2002)

174 real MOT outcomes analysed • 72.5% first-time pass rate

2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze

CarHunch analysed 174 real MOT records for the 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The TX1 Bronze passes its MOT first time just 67% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, and nearly 29% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects—a serious flag for any potential buyer. This is a taxi-spec vehicle with genuine commercial usage, so the high failure rate reflects its working life rather than inherent design weakness.

At 345,000 miles median, these cabs have earned their mileage, yet they still rack up an average of 4.74 failures and 14.4 advisories per test, suggesting that wear-and-tear compounds quickly once problems start. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers brakes, suspension and steering—the areas most likely to fail—and budget for regular maintenance to keep it roadworthy.

We have limited data for the 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

72.5%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

28.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.74

Over 16.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

346k

Middle half: 282k–421k

For context

These stats describe 174 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 174 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 28.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (95%)	166	72.9%	4.54

Mileage Distribution

Most 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

345,813

typical

282,325

low mileage

421,298

high mileage

Half of all 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze vehicles fall between 282,325 and 421,298 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 282,325 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 282,325–421,298 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronzes sit.

⚠ Over 568,752 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronze — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 11% of 2002 London Taxis Int Tx1 Bronzes are still active.

Numbers are declining — 14 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (11% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2023.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

16.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.74

Avg failures per vehicle

14.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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