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G257 UPO

1989 Ldv Sherpa 300

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,785 mi
Last recorded91,785 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2012
Typical for 1989 Ldv Sherpa 30090,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG257 UPO
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa 300
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2012 91,785 miles

Both outer body steps corroded and holed.

Corrosion to floor of vehicle welded by patchs in many places.

Exhaust heavily corroded

Slight earth fault with both rear lights.

Pass 8 Apr 2011 91,785 miles

Various other corrosion underneath vehicle, not in any prescribed areas.

Fail 7 Apr 2011 91,785 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Various other corrosion underneath vehicle, not in any prescribed areas.

Pass 16 Feb 2010 91,785 miles

adv::: exhust corrded

adv::: under body corroded

adv:::: body corroded

adv:::: fog light switch poor

adv:::: rear shockers poor

Pass 27 Jan 2009 91,785 miles

various underbody corrosion and repair too front off vehicle.

Pass 31 Jan 2008 91,785 miles

various underbody outer edge corrosion

Pass 5 Jan 2007 91,785 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

brake servo pump mounting worn

under body corrosion

Pass 25 Jan 2006 91,785 miles

How Reliable is the Ldv Sherpa 300?

Based on 697 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

62.3%
Pass Rate
2,225
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 42
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 39
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 36
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33
Headlamp aim too low 33
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G257 UPO is a 1989 Ldv Sherpa 300 in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Ldv Sherpa 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 90,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ldv Sherpa 300 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G257 UPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv Sherpa 300 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Ldv Sherpa 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G257 UPO registered?

G257 UPO is a 1989 Ldv Sherpa 300, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G257 UPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G257 UPO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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