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B987 MKC

1985 Freight Rover Sherpa

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,922 mi
Last recorded44,922 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 1985 Freight Rover Sherpa72,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB987 MKC
MakeFreight Rover
ModelSherpa
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 44,922 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 44,889 miles

All 4 tyres are old and have minor cracks

Fail 21 Oct 2021 44,889 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s repeater not working

Pass 22 Mar 2017 44,879 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 44,854 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 44,833 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 44,789 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 44,404 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 43,645 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 43,507 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 43,451 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 43,394 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 43,353 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 43,125 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 42,946 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Freight Rover Sherpa?

Based on 707 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 35
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 33
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 23
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
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B987 MKC is a 1985 Freight Rover Sherpa in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1985 Freight Rover Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 72,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Freight Rover Sherpa fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B987 MKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Freight Rover Sherpa typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Freight Rover Sherpa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B987 MKC registered?

B987 MKC is a 1985 Freight Rover Sherpa, first registered on 28 February 1985.

Is B987 MKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B987 MKC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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