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SM52 GAP

2004 Tata Safari

Silver Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

66,001 mi
Last recorded66,001 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Tata Safari45,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM52 GAP
MakeTata
ModelSafari
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2013 66,001 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 65,994 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 61,430 miles

Oil leak

Wipers smearing

Fail 29 Aug 2012 61,429 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Wipers smearing

Pass 17 Aug 2011 56,735 miles

oil leak from gear box and engine

Fail 12 Aug 2011 56,735 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak from gear box and engine

Pass 23 Aug 2010 53,311 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 46,850 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 36,809 miles

slight wear in steering idler bushes

Fail 15 Aug 2008 36,809 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight wear in steering idler bushes

Pass 17 Aug 2007 27,668 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 27,668 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Tata Safari?

Based on 7,199 MOT tests across 891 vehicles.

60.9%
Pass Rate
5,427
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
891
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 769
Steering pivot point has excessive play 604
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 488
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 396
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 342
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SM52 GAP is a 2004 Tata Safari in Silver with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2004 Tata Safari models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 45,799 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Tata Safari fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 769 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM52 GAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tata Safari typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Tata Safari is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SM52 GAP is a 2004 Tata Safari, first registered on 14 June 2004.

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