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R977 XBC

1998 Ldv Sherpa

White Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,648 mi
Last recorded172,648 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Ldv Sherpa70,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR977 XBC
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2010 172,648 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 145,630 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gasses (6.3.2a)

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

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight side play at spring anchor spring eye (2.4.B.4)

n/s side door inner handle broken

spare tyre worn

Fail 23 Aug 2009 145,619 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged affecting the rear view (6.6.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Emergency exit door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.D.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.8.A.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gasses (6.3.2a)

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

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight side play at spring anchor spring eye (2.4.B.4)

n/s side door inner handle broken

spare tyre worn

Pass 8 Apr 2008 140,068 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 123,685 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 111,152 miles

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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R977 XBC is a 1998 Ldv Sherpa in White with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Ldv Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 70,891 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R977 XBC, 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 28 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R977 XBC registered?

R977 XBC is a 1998 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R977 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R977 XBC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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