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F274 PPM

1989 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Diesel

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

15,737 mi
Last recorded15,737 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
Typical for 1989 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Diesel94,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF274 PPM
MakeFreight Rover
ModelSherpa 350 Diesel
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2008 15,737 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

all shock absorbers/suspension bouncie.

near side front lower inner wheel arch starting to corrode.

near side rear inner sill corroded.

near side rear lower shock absorber bush worn to the limit.

slight play in steering column.

Pass 1 Oct 2007 14,692 miles

corrosion starting in off side front inner wheel arch area.

off side headlamp has been repaired not replaced but aim good and secure at time of test.

suspension very bouncie possible shocks need replacing or uprating.

Fail 21 Sep 2007 14,667 miles

Centre Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Corrosion starting in offside front inner wheel arch area.

How Reliable is the Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Diesel?

Based on 649 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
774
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 42
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 39
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 38
Registration plate lamp not working 31
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
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F274 PPM is a 1989 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Diesel in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1989 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Diesel models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 94,778 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Diesel fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F274 PPM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Diesel typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 37 years old, this Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Diesel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F274 PPM is a 1989 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Diesel, first registered on 3 May 1989.

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