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FX53 GPV

2003 Tata Loadbeta

Blue Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

26,586 mi
Last recorded26,586 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Tata Loadbeta37,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 GPV
MakeTata
ModelLoadbeta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 26,586 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 26,586 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 26,062 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 22,714 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 22,714 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 22,323 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 22,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 18,437 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Apr 2014 15,299 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2014 15,297 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 14,454 miles

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

coolant pipes rusty

Fail 24 Apr 2013 14,454 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

coolant pipes rusty

Pass 12 Apr 2012 13,909 miles

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

slight play n/s/f slight play idler bush

Fail 10 Apr 2012 13,903 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

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

slight play n/s/f slight play idler bush

Pass 5 Apr 2011 12,824 miles

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

slight play in n/s idler bush

Pass 24 Mar 2010 11,524 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2010 11,524 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 10,287 miles

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

play in n/s idler bushes

Pass 26 Mar 2008 8,948 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 7,779 miles

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 16 Mar 2007 7,779 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

How Reliable is the Tata Loadbeta?

Based on 12,316 MOT tests across 1,763 vehicles.

62.6%
Pass Rate
3,192
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,763
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,271
Steering pivot point has excessive play 786
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 666
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 661
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 589
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FX53 GPV is a 2003 Tata Loadbeta in Blue with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2003 Tata Loadbeta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 37,871 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Tata Loadbeta fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 GPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tata Loadbeta typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Tata Loadbeta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FX53 GPV registered?

FX53 GPV is a 2003 Tata Loadbeta, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is FX53 GPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 GPV shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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