2006 London Taxis Int Tx Ii — MOT failures & pass rate
1,927 MOT tests on the 2006 London Taxis Int Tx Ii are in this dataset, and 73.2% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail at 27.0%, so the 2006 Tx Ii sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (17.3%) and brakes (15.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), headlamp aim and track rod end — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 184 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 27.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.3% | 333 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.6% | 300 |
| 3 | Suspension | 14.0% | 269 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.6% | 147 |
| 5 | Steering | 7.3% | 141 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.8% | 93 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 184 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 169 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 144 |
| 4 | Prescribed areas | 115 |
| 5 | Pins and bushes | 112 |
| 6 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 108 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 27.7% | 534 |
| 2 | Brakes | 26.4% | 508 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 24.9% | 479 |
| 4 | Steering | 15.0% | 290 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 14.7% | 283 |
| 6 | Tyres | 13.1% | 252 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 150k+ | 1,724 | 26.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,775 | 27.0% |
| Petrol | 139 | 24.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 972 | 24.0% |
| 2022 | 430 | 29.1% |
| 2023 | 279 | 31.2% |
| 2024 | 156 | 32.0% |
| 2025 | 90 | 24.4% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Tx Ii
On a 2006 Tx Ii, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 17.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (17.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (15.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (14.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2006 London Taxis Int Tx Iis pass their MOT?
73.2% of the 1,927 2006 London Taxis Int Tx Ii MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 London Taxis Int Tx Ii?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.3% of tests, followed by brakes (15.6%).
Methodology & source. Based on 1,927 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.