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OEC 481Y

1982 Bultaco Sherpa

Blue Petrol 340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEC 481Y
MakeBultaco
ModelSherpa
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine340cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025

No Lights Fitted At Time Off Test

Pass 16 Apr 2024

No Lights Fitted At Time Off Test

Pass 19 Apr 2023

advise only use in daylight hours and do not use in times of reduced visibility

Pass 28 Apr 2022

use in day light only

Pass 22 Apr 2021
Pass 8 Jul 2019
Pass 10 Jul 2018
Pass 5 Jul 2017
Pass 5 Jul 2016
Pass 8 Jul 2015
Pass 7 Jul 2014
Pass 27 Jun 2013
Pass 25 Jun 2012
Pass 12 Jul 2011
Pass 6 Jul 2010
Pass 19 Jun 2009
Pass 30 Jun 2008
Fail 30 Jun 2008

Front Horn missing (1.7.1)

How Reliable is the Bultaco Sherpa?

Based on 419 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Horn missing 4
Horn is not a constant note 3
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 3
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OEC 481Y is a 1982 Bultaco Sherpa in Blue with a 340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

The most common reason a Bultaco Sherpa fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OEC 481Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OEC 481Y?

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What year was OEC 481Y registered?

OEC 481Y is a 1982 Bultaco Sherpa, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is OEC 481Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEC 481Y shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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