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FX53 GPU

2003 Tata Tl

White Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,246 mi
Last recorded36,246 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Tata Tl39,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 GPU
MakeTata
ModelTl
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Apr 2013 36,246 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 36,246 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 27,773 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 22,111 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all brake pipes are heavily greased

offside outter sill is slightly corroded

underside of the vehicle is covered in surface corrosion

Pass 10 Nov 2009 18,573 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 15,617 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 11,431 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Nov 2007 11,252 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 13 Nov 2006 7,002 miles

front numberplate cracked

rear tyres wearing uneaven

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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FX53 GPU is a 2003 Tata Tl in White with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FX53 GPU, 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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FX53 GPU is a 2003 Tata Tl, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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