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R252 NFR

1997 Tata Loadbeta

Blue Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

53,353 mi
Last recorded53,353 miles
Recorded on10 May 2005
Typical for 1997 Tata Loadbeta51,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR252 NFR
MakeTata
ModelLoadbeta
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 May 2005 53,353 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Lower Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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R252 NFR is a 1997 Tata Loadbeta in Blue with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 Tata Loadbeta models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 51,168 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 R252 NFR, 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 29 years old, this Tata Loadbeta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R252 NFR registered?

R252 NFR is a 1997 Tata Loadbeta, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R252 NFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R252 NFR shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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