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C518 ULR

1986 Freight Rover Sherpa

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,146 mi
Last recorded111,146 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC518 ULR
MakeFreight Rover
ModelSherpa
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2009 111,146 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

passenger outside door handle slightly sticky in opperation

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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C518 ULR is a 1986 Freight Rover Sherpa in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C518 ULR, 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 40 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 C518 ULR registered?

C518 ULR is a 1986 Freight Rover Sherpa, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is C518 ULR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C518 ULR shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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