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CX53 DZL

2003 Tata Tl

Green Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,553 mi
Last recorded56,553 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Tata Tl39,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 DZL
MakeTata
ModelTl
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2014 56,553 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 53,839 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 50,627 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 47,061 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 42,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 42,771 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 39,195 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 37,490 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 35,265 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 26,000 miles

How Reliable is the Tata Tl?

Based on 3,289 MOT tests across 300 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
4,037
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
300
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 269
Steering pivot point has excessive play 218
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 210
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 177
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 169
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CX53 DZL is a 2003 Tata Tl in Green with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Tata Tl models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 39,808 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tata Tl fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX53 DZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tata Tl typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Tata Tl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CX53 DZL registered?

CX53 DZL is a 2003 Tata Tl, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is CX53 DZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 DZL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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