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J57 AVW

1992 Ldv Sherpa

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2009
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

138,405 mi
Last recorded138,405 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2009
Typical for 1992 Ldv Sherpa88,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ57 AVW
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2009 138,405 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

nearside rear inner tyre flat

o/s step corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2008 135,062 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 135,024 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Battery insecure

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

slight free play both front wheels

Pass 20 Oct 2007 131,261 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2007 131,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 126,644 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 126,644 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

1 o/s inner rear tyre flat 2 exhaust tail pipe in poor condition

Pass 20 Oct 2005 120,883 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2005 120,797 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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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J57 AVW is a 1992 Ldv Sherpa in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 1992 Ldv Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 88,996 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 J57 AVW, 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 34 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J57 AVW registered?

J57 AVW is a 1992 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 22 May 1992.

Is J57 AVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J57 AVW shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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