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S457 FGD

1998 Ldv Sherpa

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,575 mi
Last recorded77,575 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2008
Typical for 1998 Ldv Sherpa70,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS457 FGD
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2008 77,575 miles

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

numerous points of underbody corrosion not yet excessive

Fail 27 Feb 2008 77,569 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

numerous points of underbody corrosion not yet excessive

Pass 29 Jan 2007 69,431 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2005 62,780 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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S457 FGD is a 1998 Ldv Sherpa in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S457 FGD, 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 S457 FGD registered?

S457 FGD is a 1998 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S457 FGD safe to buy?

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