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KRU 471W

1980 Ldv Sherpa

White Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,239 mi
Last recorded60,239 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Ldv Sherpa62,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRU 471W
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 60,239 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2018 60,101 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 60,080 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 59,612 miles

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

Oil leak ()

o/s/f indicator lens damaged

Fail 27 Apr 2017 59,612 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Oil leak ()

o/s/f indicator lens damaged

Pass 13 Apr 2016 58,328 miles

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

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

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

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

centre prop shaft bush worn

o/s / n/s front inner wheel arches corroded

o/s / n/s front tyres perishing on sidewalls

possible fault on hazard warning lights , flashing fast

slight corrosion n/s front door step

slight grabbing on all brakes

slight oil leak from gear box

Fail 13 Apr 2016 58,328 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

centre prop shaft bush worn

o/s / n/s front inner wheel arches corroded

o/s / n/s front tyres perishing on sidewalls

possible fault on hazard warning lights , flashing fast

slight corrosion n/s front door step

slight grabbing on all brakes

slight oil leak from gear box

Pass 28 Apr 2015 57,058 miles

slight corrosion to n/s/f

slight corrosion to o/s/f

Fail 27 Apr 2015 57,053 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight corrosion to n/s/f

slight corrosion to o/s/f

Fail 9 Apr 2015 57,014 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 56,490 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 56,365 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 55,609 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 55,387 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 55,089 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 53,796 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 53,796 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 52,825 miles

Slight play in both front king pin bushes

surface corrosion to exhaust tailpipe and all metal brake pipes.

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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KRU 471W is a 1980 Ldv Sherpa in White with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Ldv Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.6% with a typical mileage of 62,426 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 KRU 471W, 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 46 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KRU 471W registered?

KRU 471W is a 1980 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 5 September 1980.

Is KRU 471W safe to buy?

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