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SV53 FZU

2004 Ldv Sherpa

Yellow Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,063 mi
Last recorded167,063 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 FZU
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 167,063 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

fuel tank strap excessively corrodied

general corrosion under vehicle

general under bonnet corrosion

Fail 10 May 2018 167,051 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

fuel tank strap excessively corrodied

general corrosion under vehicle

general under bonnet corrosion

Pass 3 May 2017 163,266 miles

Central Vehicle structure has slight corrosion x2 (6.1.A.1)

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

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

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2017 163,241 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded step and cill (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Central Vehicle structure has slight corrosion x2 (6.1.A.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 152,051 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 16 Nov 2015 152,027 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering box/anti roll bar link mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2014 137,166 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 76,907 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 128,364 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 128,364 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 123,428 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 123,428 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 114,326 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 104,155 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 91,045 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 77,149 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 62,841 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 62,841 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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SV53 FZU is a 2004 Ldv Sherpa in Yellow with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SV53 FZU, 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 22 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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SV53 FZU is a 2004 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 13 January 2004.

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