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RX04 BHW

2004 Tata Tl

Green Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,181 mi
Last recorded30,181 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Tata Tl40,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX04 BHW
MakeTata
ModelTl
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2020 30,181 miles

Nearside Front signs of corrosion

Pass 8 Apr 2016 28,487 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 26,461 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres low on tread

Pass 26 Mar 2014 26,300 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 25,165 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 25,165 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 24,561 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

wiper blades starting to split

Fail 22 Feb 2012 24,317 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 23,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

slight uneven braking at rear (brake check recomended)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 21,861 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 19,751 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 17,798 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 15,940 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 15,264 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Footbrake travel

How Reliable is the Tata Tl?

Based on 3,289 MOT tests across 300 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
4,037
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
300
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 269
Steering pivot point has excessive play 218
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 210
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 177
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 169
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RX04 BHW is a 2004 Tata Tl in Green with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Tata Tl models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 40,111 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tata Tl fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX04 BHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tata Tl typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Tata Tl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX04 BHW registered?

RX04 BHW is a 2004 Tata Tl, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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