Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4?

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 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4?

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 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4?

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 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

47% 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 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,417 vehicles, the 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.3%, 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 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4?

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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Q: What are common problems with the 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4 are: Oil leak (93.9% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (73.1% of vehicles), Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (56.2% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

1,417 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.3% first-time pass rate

2009 London Taxis Int Tx4

CarHunch analysed 1,417 real MOT records for the 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 London Taxis Int TX4 passes its MOT first time only 73.3% of the time, notably below the UK average of 80%, and nearly half of all TX4s on record (47.4%) have suffered a dangerous defect at some point—a serious concern for prospective buyers. The diesel-only fleet shows no meaningful variation from this figure, so fuel type won't improve your odds here.

These cabs have covered substantial mileage for their age, sitting at a median of 187,566 miles, yet still rack up an average of 5.9 failures and 19.2 advisories per test, suggesting wear and deferred maintenance are endemic to the model. If you're considering a TX4, budget for active fault-finding and repairs before purchase; inspect service history carefully and have a pre-buy diagnostic done to catch dangerous defects early.

The 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4 has a below-average first-time pass rate (73.3% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ 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

73.3%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

47.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

5.9

Over 21.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

188k

Middle half: 145k–231k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 19.2 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,417 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,417 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 93.9%

Oil leak · Oil leak, but not excessive

Brake wear 56.2%

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Parking brake efficiency below requirements · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 42.8%

Steering box has a slight oil leak · Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play · Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre wear 33.2%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4

Based on MOT data from 1,417 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 47.4% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (97%)	1,381	73.2%	5.88

Colour Breakdown

Based on 13,749 London Taxis Int Tx4 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 70.4%

9,682

Grey 7.9%

1,092

Silver 6.5%

896

Blue 4.9%

674

White 2.8%

386

Multi-colour 2.4%

328

Red 2.1%

282

Green 1.1%

158

Purple 0.6%

Pink 0.5%

Yellow 0.4%

Orange 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4 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.

187,566

typical

144,909

low mileage

230,769

high mileage

Half of all 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4 vehicles fall between 144,909 and 230,769 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 144,909 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.

✓ 144,909–230,769 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4s sit.

⚠ Over 311,538 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 London Taxis Int Tx4 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 21% of 2009 London Taxis Int Tx4s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 272 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (21% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

21.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

5.9

Avg failures per vehicle

19.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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