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DFR 864Y

1983 Freight Rover Sherpa

White Diesel 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,813 mi
Last recorded143,813 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2006
Typical for 1983 Freight Rover Sherpa81,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFR 864Y
MakeFreight Rover
ModelSherpa
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2006 143,813 miles

cab is corroded in sevrel places + N/S & O/S DOOR STEPS CORODED

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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DFR 864Y is a 1983 Freight Rover Sherpa in White with a 1,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Freight Rover Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 81,019 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DFR 864Y, 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 43 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 DFR 864Y registered?

DFR 864Y is a 1983 Freight Rover Sherpa, first registered on 16 May 1983.

Is DFR 864Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFR 864Y 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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