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F344 STR

1989 Ldv Sherpa

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

30,733 mi
Last recorded30,733 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2015
Typical for 1989 Ldv Sherpa72,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF344 STR
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Jan 2015 30,733 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a) DANGEROUS

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Pass 12 May 2011 30,727 miles

Head lamps light output slightly dim

Tail gate / rear door loose . not holding on catch.

Pass 24 Apr 2010 300,717 miles

Oil leak

Rattle from centre exhaust section.

Slight play in both front crossmember hub bushes.

Fail 16 Apr 2010 30,700 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak

Rattle from centre exhaust section.

Slight play in both front crossmember hub bushes.

Fail 25 Sep 2008 29,926 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

rear exhaust is knocking on body work

rear exhaust mount spliting

Pass 25 Sep 2008 29,926 miles

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

Oil leak

rear exhaust is knocking on body work

rear exhaust mount spliting

Pass 2 Aug 2007 28,977 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 25,866 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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F344 STR is a 1989 Ldv Sherpa in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Ldv Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 72,060 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 Ldv Sherpa fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F344 STR, 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 37 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F344 STR registered?

F344 STR is a 1989 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 21 April 1989.

Is F344 STR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F344 STR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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