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E493 HKV

1987 Freight Rover Sherpa 250

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,093 mi
Last recorded72,093 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2005
Typical for 1987 Freight Rover Sherpa 25082,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE493 HKV
MakeFreight Rover
ModelSherpa 250
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2005 72,093 miles

How Reliable is the Freight Rover Sherpa 250?

Based on 555 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
1,558
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion 19
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 18
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E493 HKV is a 1987 Freight Rover Sherpa 250 in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Freight Rover Sherpa 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 82,958 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Freight Rover Sherpa 250 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E493 HKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Freight Rover Sherpa 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Freight Rover Sherpa 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E493 HKV registered?

E493 HKV is a 1987 Freight Rover Sherpa 250, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E493 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E493 HKV 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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