Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cr (1988)
1988 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cr
CarHunch analysed 124 real MOT records for the 1988 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cr. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1988 Freight Rover Sherpa is in dire condition on the road today—only 1.4% pass first time compared to the UK average of 80%, making it one of the least reliable vehicles in this age bracket. The good news is that no vehicles in this sample have ever been flagged for dangerous defects, so catastrophic failures are rare, but the sheer rarity of passing means these vans need serious work before they're roadworthy.
At around 79,000 miles average, these Sherpas are running relatively low mileage for their age, yet they still rack up failures and advisories across the board. If you're considering one, expect to budget heavily for repairs before and after purchase—this is a restoration project, not a working van, and should only be tackled by someone prepared for full mechanical overhaul.
What to check before buying a 1988 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cr
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (55%) | 68 | 1.7% | 0.09 |
| Petrol (45%) | 56 | 1.1% | 0.04 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1988 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cr vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1988 Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cr vehicles fall between 84,968 and 90,287 miles.
MOT History Averages
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