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LK03 OAD

2003 Tata Loadbeta

White Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,818 mi
Last recorded64,818 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Tata Loadbeta37,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 OAD
MakeTata
ModelLoadbeta
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 64,818 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 May 2026 64,818 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 64,289 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 62,916 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 61,152 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 60,182 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 57,799 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 55,916 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 53,098 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 50,681 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 48,766 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 46,279 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 42,486 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 38,476 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 33,106 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2010 33,106 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2009 26,041 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 19,062 miles

Nearside Rear 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 30 Jun 2008 19,062 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 14,083 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 10,252 miles

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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LK03 OAD is a 2003 Tata Loadbeta in White with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LK03 OAD, 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 LK03 OAD registered?

LK03 OAD is a 2003 Tata Loadbeta, first registered on 2 July 2003.

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