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FPE 421V

1979 Bultaco Sherpa

Blue Petrol 325cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

451 mi
Last recorded451 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPE 421V
MakeBultaco
ModelSherpa
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine325cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 451 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 451 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 3 Jul 2015 451 miles

Front Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c) DANGEROUS

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Jun 2014 451 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 451 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Bultaco Sherpa?

Based on 419 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Horn missing 4
Horn is not a constant note 3
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 3
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FPE 421V is a 1979 Bultaco Sherpa in Blue with a 325cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Bultaco Sherpa fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FPE 421V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FPE 421V?

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What year was FPE 421V registered?

FPE 421V is a 1979 Bultaco Sherpa, first registered on 2 November 1979.

Is FPE 421V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPE 421V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FPE 421V have outstanding finance?

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