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SP53 FDM

2003 Tata Safari

Silver Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,437 mi
Last recorded28,437 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2007
Typical for 2003 Tata Safari52,189 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 FDM
MakeTata
ModelSafari
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2007 28,437 miles

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

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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SP53 FDM is a 2003 Tata Safari in Silver with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Tata Safari models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.4% with a typical mileage of 52,189 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SP53 FDM, 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 23 years old, this Tata Safari is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of SP53 FDM?

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What year was SP53 FDM registered?

SP53 FDM is a 2003 Tata Safari, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is SP53 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 FDM 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 SP53 FDM have outstanding finance?

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