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Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc reliable? We analysed 1,537 real MOT tests across 282 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,537 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
63.2%
Typical Mileage
82,252mi
Annual Mileage
860mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
40yrs

The Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc.

Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

66.1%
1989
60.5%
1988
61.9%
1987
64.4%
1986

Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 134
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 125
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 96
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 62
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 56
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 56
brake recording little or no effort 53
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 50

Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
338 mi/yr
Typical
860 mi/yr
Average
1,831 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,825 mi/yr

Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1989 313 66.1% 50,010 83,178 100,000
1988 306 60.5% 58,564 71,622 94,138
1987 604 61.9% 54,966 85,953 107,840
1986 289 64.4% 58,300 91,481 112,177

How Long Does a Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc Last?

Based on 282 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc vehicles on UK roads.

Average
21.4 years
Median
20.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
40 years

Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
82,252 mi
75th Percentile
106,494 mi
95th Percentile
183,793 mi
Max Recorded
948,724 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
1989

66.1% MOT pass rate from 313 tests

Year to avoid
1988

60.5% MOT pass rate from 306 tests

The best year to buy a used Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc is 1989, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.1% across 313 tests. The 1988 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc THIS CAR 63.2% 1,537 82,252 mi 40 yrs
Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc 67.4% 1,041 77,318 mi 43 yrs
Freight Rover Sherpa 71.6% 707 73,432 mi 44 yrs
Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Diesel 63.3% 649 92,897 mi 41 yrs
Toyota Avensis T3 X D-4D 70.8% 1,218 159,641 mi — yrs

Compared to the Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc (67.4% pass rate) and the Freight Rover Sherpa (71.6% pass rate), the Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc?

The Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.2% across 1,537 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

The most common problems on the Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (134 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (125), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (96). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc owner drives around 860 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc models stay on UK roads for around 40 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc reliable?
Based on 1,537 MOT tests, the Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc has a 63.2% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc?
The most common MOT failures are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc do per year?
The typical Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc does around 860 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc last?
Most Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc models stay on UK roads for around 40 years based on our analysis of 282 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc is 1989 with a 66.1% pass rate across 313 tests.