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C153 XVN

1986 Freight Rover Sherpa 250

Black Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,022 mi
Last recorded98,022 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2008
Typical for 1986 Freight Rover Sherpa 25083,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC153 XVN
MakeFreight Rover
ModelSherpa 250
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2008 98,022 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 86,931 miles

unabel to completely asess welding and brake pipes due to exessive rustproofing

undersid begining to corrode

Fail 28 Aug 2007 86,931 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

unabel to completely asess brake pipes due to exessive rustproofing

underside begining to corrode

Pass 2 Aug 2006 119,602 miles

How Reliable is the Freight Rover Sherpa 250?

Based on 555 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
1,558
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion 19
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 18
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C153 XVN is a 1986 Freight Rover Sherpa 250 in Black with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Freight Rover Sherpa 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 83,033 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Freight Rover Sherpa 250 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C153 XVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Freight Rover Sherpa 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Freight Rover Sherpa 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C153 XVN?

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What year was C153 XVN registered?

C153 XVN is a 1986 Freight Rover Sherpa 250, first registered on 16 April 1986.

Is C153 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C153 XVN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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