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B255 XUV

1985 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc

Yellow Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,352 mi
Last recorded87,352 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2011
Typical for 1985 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc63,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB255 XUV
MakeFreight Rover
ModelSherpa 255 Cc
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2011 87,352 miles

Rear body mounting bolts have movement.

Fail 26 Jan 2011 87,352 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear body mounting bolts have movement.

Pass 11 Feb 2010 85,321 miles

OSR indicator slightly affects OS brake light

Rear number plate deteriorated

Fail 11 Feb 2010 85,321 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

OSR indicator slightly affects OS brake light

Rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 4 Feb 2009 83,038 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 81,198 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 79,277 miles

Engine running fast

NS tail light and number plate lamps dim

Propshaft centre bearing loose in mounting

Tail lights slightly illuminate reverse lights

Fail 15 Feb 2007 79,277 miles

Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine running fast

NS tail and number plate lamps dim.

Propshaft centre bearing loose in mounting

Tail lights slightly illuminate reverse lights

Pass 15 Feb 2006 76,465 miles

How Reliable is the Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc?

Based on 1,041 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 66
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 40
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 38
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 38
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B255 XUV is a 1985 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc in Yellow with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 63,768 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B255 XUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B255 XUV registered?

B255 XUV is a 1985 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc, first registered on 11 February 1985.

Is B255 XUV safe to buy?

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