Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD car check
Is the Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD reliable? We analysed 771 real MOT tests across 150 vehicles to find out.
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The Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, steering pivot point has excessive play and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD.
Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 52 | 67.3% | 30,881 | 44,108 | 49,017 |
| 2002 | 101 | 63.4% | 28,510 | 48,051 | 72,735 |
| 2001 | 117 | 65.8% | 30,588 | 44,665 | 61,686 |
| 2000 | 250 | 56.8% | 46,946 | 66,336 | 83,402 |
| 1999 | 179 | 63.7% | 33,758 | 48,770 | 60,894 |
| 1998 | 67 | 56.7% | 50,200 | 66,099 | 71,813 |
How Long Does a Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD Last?
Based on 150 Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD vehicles on UK roads.
Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
67.3% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
56.7% MOT pass rate from 67 tests
The best year to buy a used Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 67.3% across 52 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 56.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD THIS CAR | 61.3% | 771 | 53,408 mi | 28 yrs |
| Tata Loadbeta | 62.6% | 12,316 | 49,835 mi | 31 yrs |
| Tata Safari | 60.9% | 7,199 | 52,940 mi | 26 yrs |
| Tata Tl | 65.2% | 3,289 | 38,850 mi | 23 yrs |
| Honda Civic Type S I-vtec | 84.3% | 963 | 82,876 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Tata Loadbeta (62.6% pass rate) and the Tata Safari (60.9% pass rate), the Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WDShould you buy a used Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD?
The Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.3% across 771 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD are brake pipe excessively corroded (97 recorded failures), steering pivot point has excessive play (70), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (55). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD owner drives around 4,035 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Tata Loadbeta TDI 4WD models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.