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D183 HWT

1986 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc

Green Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,718 mi
Last recorded55,718 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2008
Typical for 1986 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc84,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD183 HWT
MakeFreight Rover
ModelSherpa 255 Cc
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2008 55,718 miles

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

Hydrocarbons just in req limit.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Slight roughness n/s/f wheel bearing.

Some wear/play in steering joints.

n/s headlight image poor.

Fail 23 May 2008 55,681 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

Hydrocarbons just in req limit.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Slight roughness n/s/f wheel bearing.

n/s headlight image poor.

Pass 26 Mar 2007 54,883 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

emissions h/c readings on pass limit

fuel tank straps badly corroded

offside front tyre perished

Fail 23 Mar 2007 54,883 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise kingpin grease up

fuel tank straps badly corroded

offside front tyre perished

Pass 11 Mar 2006 53,272 miles

exhaust system poor condition.

hazard switch sticks int.

n/s/r shock absorber damp.

o/s/r tyre pressure low.

some wear in steering box.

Fail 24 Feb 2006 53,188 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

advise o/s rear tyre low on air.

How Reliable is the Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc?

Based on 1,041 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 66
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 40
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 38
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 38
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D183 HWT is a 1986 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc in Green with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 84,388 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D183 HWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D183 HWT is a 1986 Freight Rover Sherpa 255 Cc, first registered on 17 October 1986.

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