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DX54 HSE

2004 Tata Tl

Blue Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,452 mi
Last recorded77,452 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Tata Tl40,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 HSE
MakeTata
ModelTl
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 77,452 miles

Central Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front indicator lens damaged

Fail 26 Apr 2018 77,436 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner seal corrosion (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Central Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front indicator lens damaged

Pass 26 Apr 2017 73,610 miles

Slight corrosion offside inner sill

Pass 20 Apr 2016 68,314 miles

Handbrake efficiency only just met minimum requirements

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 64,323 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 64,625 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 55,145 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 55,145 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 46,079 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 37,263 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 26,629 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 16,817 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 6,550 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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DX54 HSE is a 2004 Tata Tl in Blue with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Tata Tl models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 40,111 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 DX54 HSE, 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 22 years old, this Tata Tl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX54 HSE registered?

DX54 HSE is a 2004 Tata Tl, first registered on 14 October 2004.

Is DX54 HSE safe to buy?

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