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B989 TLJ

1985 Ldv Sherpa

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,607 mi
Last recorded64,607 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2008
Typical for 1985 Ldv Sherpa89,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB989 TLJ
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2008 64,607 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 64,607 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

all steering joints have there gaiters split

steering box requires adjustment

Pass 19 Feb 2007 64,581 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

STRONG ADVISE exhaust poorly mounted

beam image poor n/s headlamp

How Reliable is the Ldv Sherpa?

Based on 3,096 MOT tests across 522 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
1,125
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
522
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 139
Brake pipe excessively corroded 123
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 110
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 109
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B989 TLJ is a 1985 Ldv Sherpa in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Ldv Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 89,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ldv Sherpa fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B989 TLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv Sherpa typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 41 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B989 TLJ registered?

B989 TLJ is a 1985 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 9 May 1985.

Is B989 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B989 TLJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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