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SJ05 HFA

2005 Tata Tl

Green Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,617 mi
Last recorded22,617 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Tata Tl41,716 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 HFA
MakeTata
ModelTl
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2020 22,617 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

travel on foot brake

Fail 25 Mar 2020 22,615 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam x2 (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2013 21,789 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

sligh play in idler at nearside front

Pass 6 Oct 2012 18,599 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 16,049 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 13,302 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 10,477 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 8,191 miles

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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SJ05 HFA is a 2005 Tata Tl in Green with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Tata Tl models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 41,716 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 SJ05 HFA, 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 21 years old, this Tata Tl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SJ05 HFA registered?

SJ05 HFA is a 2005 Tata Tl, first registered on 4 April 2005.

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