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PA05 GMU

2005 Tata Safari

Green Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,980 mi
Last recorded76,980 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Tata Safari45,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA05 GMU
MakeTata
ModelSafari
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 76,980 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 76,878 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 76,574 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 76,367 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 76,181 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 76,059 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 75,551 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 74,675 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 74,047 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 73,101 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 65,651 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 72,147 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 72,147 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 71,849 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 81,420 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 78,804 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 76,950 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 56,675 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 4 Sep 2009 56,229 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 44,280 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 44,261 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Tata Safari?

Based on 7,199 MOT tests across 891 vehicles.

60.9%
Pass Rate
5,427
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
891
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 769
Steering pivot point has excessive play 604
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 488
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 396
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 342
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PA05 GMU is a 2005 Tata Safari in Green with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Tata Safari models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 45,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tata Safari fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 769 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PA05 GMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tata Safari typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Tata Safari is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PA05 GMU registered?

PA05 GMU is a 2005 Tata Safari, first registered on 23 August 2005.

Is PA05 GMU safe to buy?

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