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C497 OJB

1985 Ldv Sherpa

White Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,155 mi
Last recorded65,155 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2008
Typical for 1985 Ldv Sherpa89,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC497 OJB
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2008 65,155 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 65,155 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 63,815 miles

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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C497 OJB is a 1985 Ldv Sherpa in White with a 1,700cc 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 C497 OJB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C497 OJB registered?

C497 OJB is a 1985 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 26 November 1985.

Is C497 OJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C497 OJB 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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