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A540 YMH

1984 Ldv Sherpa

Green Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,393 mi
Last recorded131,393 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2011
Typical for 1984 Ldv Sherpa98,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA540 YMH
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2011 131,393 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 131,340 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 130,951 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 130,031 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 130,030 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 129,220 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 129,212 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2005 127,863 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 127,863 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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A540 YMH is a 1984 Ldv Sherpa in Green with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Ldv Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 98,036 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 A540 YMH, 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 42 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A540 YMH registered?

A540 YMH is a 1984 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A540 YMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A540 YMH shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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