Tata Tl Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Tata Tl reliable? We analysed 3,289 real MOT tests across 300 vehicles to find out.
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The Tata Tl is about 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 Tl.
Tata Tl Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Tata Tl. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Tata Tl MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Tata Tl to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Tata Tl Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Tata Tl fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Tata Tl Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Tata Tl owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Tata Tl MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Tata Tl year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 189 | 66.7% | 18,520 | 29,382 | 52,156 |
| 2006 | 499 | 66.9% | 21,971 | 34,422 | 52,687 |
| 2005 | 789 | 65.8% | 28,257 | 41,716 | 59,576 |
| 2004 | 1,514 | 64.3% | 25,805 | 40,111 | 59,974 |
| 2003 | 271 | 63.5% | 28,735 | 39,808 | 55,968 |
How Long Does a Tata Tl Last?
Based on 300 Tata Tl vehicles on UK roads.
Tata Tl Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Tata Tl 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 Tl
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.9% MOT pass rate from 499 tests
63.5% MOT pass rate from 271 tests
The best year to buy a used Tata Tl is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.9% across 499 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Tata Tl Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tata Tl THIS CAR | 65.2% | 3,289 | 38,850 mi | 23 yrs |
| Tata Loadbeta | 62.6% | 12,316 | 49,835 mi | 31 yrs |
| Tata Safari | 60.9% | 7,199 | 52,940 mi | 26 yrs |
| Tata Gurkha | 61% | 913 | 57,865 mi | 30 yrs |
| Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Hse D Auto | 88.4% | 3,076 | 29,771 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Tata Loadbeta (62.6% pass rate) and the Tata Safari (60.9% pass rate), the Tata Tl outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Tata TlShould you buy a used Tata Tl?
The Tata Tl has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.2% across 3,289 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Tata Tl are brake pipe excessively corroded (269 recorded failures), steering pivot point has excessive play (218), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (210). 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 Tl owner drives around 4,037 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 Tl models stay on UK roads for around 23 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.