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R359 VUJ

1997 Tata Loadbeta

Purple Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,799 mi
Last recorded60,799 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2005
Typical for 1997 Tata Loadbeta51,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR359 VUJ
MakeTata
ModelLoadbeta
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2005 60,799 miles

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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R359 VUJ is a 1997 Tata Loadbeta in Purple with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R359 VUJ, 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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How do I check the history of R359 VUJ?

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What year was R359 VUJ registered?

R359 VUJ is a 1997 Tata Loadbeta, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R359 VUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R359 VUJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R359 VUJ have outstanding finance?

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