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E185 VCM

1987 Ldv Sherpa

Maroon Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

54,740 mi
Last recorded54,740 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2008
Typical for 1987 Ldv Sherpa79,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE185 VCM
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2008 54,740 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2006 53,813 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 53,813 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 53,018 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 53,018 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

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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E185 VCM is a 1987 Ldv Sherpa in Maroon with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Ldv Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 79,308 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 Ldv Sherpa fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E185 VCM, 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 39 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E185 VCM registered?

E185 VCM is a 1987 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 1 December 1987.

Is E185 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E185 VCM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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