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X353 UMB

2001 Tata Safari

Red Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

23,582 mi
Last recorded23,582 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Tata Safari55,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX353 UMB
MakeTata
ModelSafari
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2018 23,582 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 23,462 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 23,260 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 23,204 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 23,188 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 23,188 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 23,110 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 22,781 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 226,385 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 226,385 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Jun 2011 22,597 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 22,597 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 22,242 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 20,824 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 19,221 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 14,998 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 14,998 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 12,466 miles

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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X353 UMB is a 2001 Tata Safari in Red with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2001 Tata Safari models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.8% with a typical mileage of 55,986 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 X353 UMB, 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 25 years old, this Tata Safari is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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X353 UMB is a 2001 Tata Safari, first registered on 12 January 2001.

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