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P389 NTM

1996 Tata Loadbeta

White Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

870,342 mi
Last recorded870,342 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2007
Typical for 1996 Tata Loadbeta62,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 NTM
MakeTata
ModelLoadbeta
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2007 870,342 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 870,342 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Gas suspension unit fouled by moving parts likely to cause damage (2.4.D.1c)

Nearside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Gas suspension unit fouled by moving parts likely to cause damage (2.4.D.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.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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P389 NTM is a 1996 Tata Loadbeta in White with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 P389 NTM, 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.

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What year was P389 NTM registered?

P389 NTM is a 1996 Tata Loadbeta, first registered on 1 December 1996.

Is P389 NTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P389 NTM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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