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E461 RUG

1987 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc

Red Diesel 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,731 mi
Last recorded164,731 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2008
Typical for 1987 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc80,038 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE461 RUG
MakeFreight Rover
ModelSherpa 255 Cc
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2008 164,731 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 164,731 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 164,731 miles

How Reliable is the Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc?

Based on 1,041 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 66
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 40
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 38
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 38
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E461 RUG is a 1987 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc in Red with a 1,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 80,038 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E461 RUG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 39 years old, this Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E461 RUG registered?

E461 RUG is a 1987 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc, first registered on 25 September 1987.

Is E461 RUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E461 RUG shows 3 tests 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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