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YJ56 EZX

2006 Tata Safari

Red Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

8,897 mi
Last recorded8,897 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Tata Safari37,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ56 EZX
MakeTata
ModelSafari
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 8,897 miles

All Suspension components corroded front and rear

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near to body mount (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near to body mount (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All rubbers (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Aug 2026 8,897 miles

All Suspension components corroded front and rear

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near to body mount (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near to body mount (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All rubbers (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 7,857 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Jul 2022 7,846 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 May 2021 3,302 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 3,287 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 3,191 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 2,778 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 2,226 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 919 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 652 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 643 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 643 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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YJ56 EZX is a 2006 Tata Safari in Red with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2006 Tata Safari models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 37,018 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 YJ56 EZX, 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 20 years old, this Tata Safari is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YJ56 EZX is a 2006 Tata Safari, first registered on 18 December 2006.

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