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BTF 247V

1979 Ldv Sherpa

Gold Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,629 mi
Last recorded72,629 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2006
Typical for 1979 Ldv Sherpa69,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTF 247V
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2006 72,629 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

Fail 21 Jan 2006 72,628 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

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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BTF 247V is a 1979 Ldv Sherpa in Gold with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Ldv Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 69,273 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 Ldv Sherpa fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BTF 247V, 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 47 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BTF 247V?

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What year was BTF 247V registered?

BTF 247V is a 1979 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is BTF 247V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTF 247V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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