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EX04 VKS

2004 Tata Safari

Silver Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,512 mi
Last recorded26,512 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Tata Safari45,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX04 VKS
MakeTata
ModelSafari
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2023 26,512 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 25,670 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 25,475 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 25,000 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 24,859 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 24,503 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 23,433 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 22,391 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 20,249 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 19,301 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 17,952 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 17,196 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 16,147 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 14,716 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 13,135 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 10,919 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 9,084 miles

How Reliable is the Tata Safari?

Based on 7,199 MOT tests across 891 vehicles.

60.9%
Pass Rate
5,427
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
891
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 769
Steering pivot point has excessive play 604
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 488
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 396
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 342
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EX04 VKS is a 2004 Tata Safari in Silver with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Tata Safari models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 45,799 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tata Safari fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 769 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX04 VKS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tata Safari typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Tata Safari is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX04 VKS registered?

EX04 VKS is a 2004 Tata Safari, first registered on 18 May 2004.

Is EX04 VKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX04 VKS shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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