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R487 XDA

1997 Tata Gurkha

Blue Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,473 mi
Last recorded30,473 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Tata Gurkha59,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 XDA
MakeTata
ModelGurkha
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2012 30,473 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

front tyres have fatique cracks on tread area

o/s front tyre 3.1mm

o/s front tyre worn on outer edges [stepped up tread]

Pass 14 Nov 2011 29,557 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 27,759 miles

offside front tyre worn close to limit

Pass 13 Nov 2009 26,502 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 24,559 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 22,513 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 21,129 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Fail 6 Nov 2006 21,129 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Pass 21 Nov 2005 19,068 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

front wipers smearing screen

How Reliable is the Tata Gurkha?

Based on 913 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

61.0%
Pass Rate
3,195
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 136
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 57
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
fog lamp not working 42
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R487 XDA is a 1997 Tata Gurkha in Blue with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R487 XDA, 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.

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What year was R487 XDA registered?

R487 XDA is a 1997 Tata Gurkha, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is R487 XDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R487 XDA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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