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M987 DAF

1995 Tata Loadbeta

Red Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,789 mi
Last recorded87,789 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2006
Typical for 1995 Tata Loadbeta61,694 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM987 DAF
MakeTata
ModelLoadbeta
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2006 87,789 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damage but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

noise in steering wheel possibly rotary coupling

vehicle underbody corroded

Fail 30 Aug 2006 87,745 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Torsion bar fractured (2.4.E.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket cracked (2.4.E.4b)

Rear bumper insecure

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust 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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M987 DAF is a 1995 Tata Loadbeta in Red with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Tata Loadbeta models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 61,694 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 M987 DAF, 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 31 years old, this Tata Loadbeta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M987 DAF registered?

M987 DAF is a 1995 Tata Loadbeta, first registered on 6 June 1995.

Is M987 DAF safe to buy?

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