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N317 SJS

1996 Tata Loadbeta

Red Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,420 mi
Last recorded92,420 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2006
Typical for 1996 Tata Loadbeta62,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN317 SJS
MakeTata
ModelLoadbeta
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2006 92,420 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear body slight corrosion at rear

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 17 Nov 2006 92,420 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear body slight corroded at rear

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 6 Dec 2005 85,049 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 5 Dec 2005 85,049 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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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N317 SJS is a 1996 Tata Loadbeta in Red with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Tata Loadbeta models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 62,174 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 N317 SJS, 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 30 years old, this Tata Loadbeta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N317 SJS registered?

N317 SJS is a 1996 Tata Loadbeta, first registered on 26 February 1996.

Is N317 SJS safe to buy?

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