NUI131 - PLAXTON/TRANSBUS PARAGON
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The Plaxston/Transbus Paragon is a prominent model in the realm of public transportation, often referred to simply as the Paragon. Manufactured by Transbus, a company renowned for its innovative approach to bus design, the Paragon has established itself as a reliable and versatile option for urban and regional transit systems. Introduced in the late 20th century, this model features a robust build and advanced engineering, reflecting Transbus's commitment to quality and durability. Key specifications include a spacious interior, adaptable seating arrangements, and efficient engine options, making it a popular choice among transit authorities. Its distinctive design and engineering excellence continue to influence modern bus manufacturing, underscoring its significance in the evolution of public transport vehicles.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 7 MOT tests
The vehicle is a 2003 Plaxston/Transbus Paragon, registered as NUI131, first registered in April 2003. It has a white exterior and a 12,000cc diesel engine. The latest recorded mileage is 268,238 kilometres. The vehicle's MOT was last tested on 17 November 2021, with the expiry date of 16 November 2022; no advisory notes were recorded. The vehicle is currently untaxed. No details are available regarding CO2 emissions or recent MOT status beyond the 2021 test.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
7
Passed Tests
3
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 17 November 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 268,238 km
Expires: 16 November 2022
Failed - 08 September 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 267,883 km
Major Defects:
- Major offside Air actuators, hydraulic master & wheel cylinders, valves and servos: defective in operation. Air dryer defective. Air dryer safety valve blowing exhausting contantly (59.5.a.i)
- Major A speedometer or tachograph (where required): incomplete, clearly inoperative, or with dial glass missing or broken and affecting the operation. (26.1.b.ii)
- Major rear Luggage compartment: structure defective allowing contents to protrude or fall onto a road, or in a condition to damage or soil luggage. (20.2.a)
- Major Seats with seat belts attached to them: with a cracked or fractured leg or frame. Outer seat (3.6.b)
- Major Seats with seat belts attached to them: with a cracked or fractured leg or frame. Outer seat (3.6.b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Steering with: Steering damper ram requires attention (54.2)
- Advisory Direction indicator: Indicator tell tale. Requires attention only audible (66.1)
Passed - 11 September 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 249,625 km
Expires: 10 December 2020
Major Defects:
- Major (44)
Failed - 23 August 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 9,426 km
Major Defects:
- Major 1 -- For all lamps: b -- an obligatory lamp missing or inoperative (63.1.b)
- Major 2 -- Steering with: t ii -- a ball joint cover missing, insecure, excessively damaged or severely deteriorated to the extent that it would no longer prevent the ingress of dirt etc. (54.2.t.ii)
- Major (23)
- Major (44)
- Major 1 -- All Roller Brake Test Machines, with the service brake fully applied: d iii -- braking effort from any wheel on an axle is less than 70 percent of the brake effort from another wheel on the same axle. (71.1.d.iii)
- Major 3 -- For vehicles required to be fitted with a tachograph: f -- seal missing, broken or where a clearly ?non mandatory? seal has been fitted in place of an ?official? seal. (26.3.f)
- Major 2 -- Luggage compartment: a -- structure defective allowing contents to protrude or fall onto a road, or in a condition to damage or soil luggage. (20.2.a)
- Major 10 -- Passenger Communication with driver: a -- missing or inoperative. (21.10.a)
- Major 4 -- Crew Seats: a -- which encroach into gangways or exits and do not automatically retract when not in use. (21.4.a)
Passed - 06 August 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 225,496
Expires: 05 August 2019
Failed - 01 August 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 225,467
Major Defects:
- Major (03.None)
- Major 1 -- For all lamps: c i -- an obligatory lamp dim due to dirt or internal deterioration or with a partially reduced light output. (63.1.c)
- Major 11 -- Interior surfaces: a -- insecure or damaged so that it is likely to cause injury to passengers. (21.11.a)
- Major 5 -- Any of the required ABS or ABS/EBS or ESC warning lamps: b -- do not illuminate as required when ignition switched on. (38.5.b)
- Major 2 -- Luggage compartment: a -- structure defective allowing contents to protrude or fall onto a road, or in a condition to damage or soil luggage. (20.2.a)
- Major 7 -- Ventilation: a -- forced ventilation equipment ineffective. (not Schedule 6 minibuses.) (21.7.a)
Failed - 03 August 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 188,166
Major Defects:
- Major 5 -- Air actuators, hydraulic master & wheel cylinders, valves and servos: c -- * leaking air or fluid, fractured, cracked, excessively damaged or corroded. (59.5.c)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for NUI131?
The MOT expires on 16 November 2022.
What is the tax status of NUI131?
The tax status is Untaxed and is due on 01 October 2023.
What are the specifications of NUI131?
This is a 2003 PLAXTON/TRANSBUS PARAGON in White. It runs on Diesel with a 12000cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of NUI131?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.