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R502 ECA

1998 Tata Loadbeta

Green Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,589 mi
Last recorded40,589 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2007
Typical for 1998 Tata Loadbeta52,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR502 ECA
MakeTata
ModelLoadbeta
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2007 40,589 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

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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R502 ECA is a 1998 Tata Loadbeta in Green with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Tata Loadbeta models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.2% with a typical mileage of 52,436 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 R502 ECA, 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 28 years old, this Tata Loadbeta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R502 ECA registered?

R502 ECA is a 1998 Tata Loadbeta, first registered on 7 January 1998.

Is R502 ECA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R502 ECA 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 R502 ECA have outstanding finance?

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