MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
64,158 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
hand brake travel excessive
steering box wet with oil
How Reliable is the Tata Gurkha?
Based on 913 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R255 NFR is a 1997 Tata Gurkha in Purple with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1997 Tata Gurkha models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 59,658 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Tata Gurkha fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 136 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R255 NFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Tata Gurkha typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Tata Gurkha is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R255 NFR?
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What year was R255 NFR registered?
R255 NFR is a 1997 Tata Gurkha, first registered on 31 October 1997.
Is R255 NFR safe to buy?
The MOT history for R255 NFR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R255 NFR have outstanding finance?
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