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E438 PMG

1988 Ldv Sherpa

Blue Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,558 mi
Last recorded103,558 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2011
Typical for 1988 Ldv Sherpa82,635 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE438 PMG
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2011 103,558 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 102,076 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

both undersills corroding

cluch pedal rubber missing

nearside front inner wing corroding

Pass 7 Jul 2009 99,788 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both rear under sills corroded

cluch pedal rubber missing

Pass 4 Jul 2008 97,779 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

battery tray corroded

both under seals corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2007 93,603 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

both rear under panals corroded

cluch pedal rubber missing

nearside front inner wing corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2006 89,712 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 89,649 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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E438 PMG is a 1988 Ldv Sherpa in Blue with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Ldv Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 82,635 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 E438 PMG, 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 38 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E438 PMG?

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What year was E438 PMG registered?

E438 PMG is a 1988 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is E438 PMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E438 PMG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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