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FA52 ZBX

2002 Tata Safari

Red Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,247 mi
Last recorded62,247 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Tata Safari55,607 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA52 ZBX
MakeTata
ModelSafari
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 62,247 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 62,246 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 59,785 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 58,703 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 58,693 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 58,693 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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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FA52 ZBX is a 2002 Tata Safari in Red with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Tata Safari models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 55,607 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 FA52 ZBX, 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 24 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 FA52 ZBX registered?

FA52 ZBX is a 2002 Tata Safari, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is FA52 ZBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA52 ZBX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FA52 ZBX have outstanding finance?

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