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RAG 899W

1980 Ldv Sherpa

White Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,688 mi
Last recorded69,688 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2005
Typical for 1980 Ldv Sherpa62,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAG 899W
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2005 69,688 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

propshaft defective

spare tyre defective

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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RAG 899W is a 1980 Ldv Sherpa in White with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RAG 899W, 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 RAG 899W registered?

RAG 899W is a 1980 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 29 September 1980.

Is RAG 899W safe to buy?

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