Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel car check
Is the Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel reliable? We analysed 10,783 real MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles to find out.
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The Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel.
Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 998 | 70.9% | 41,892 | 65,856 | 93,256 |
| 2005 | 69 | 76.8% | 30,245 | 44,829 | 59,654 |
| 2004 | 92 | 76.1% | 25,724 | 35,814 | 43,536 |
| 2003 | 142 | 73.2% | 40,630 | 54,558 | 71,368 |
| 2002 | 323 | 72.8% | 45,637 | 58,902 | 72,192 |
| 2001 | 1,028 | 68.7% | 46,300 | 60,081 | 74,153 |
| 2000 | 1,186 | 63.9% | 54,846 | 73,012 | 99,994 |
| 1999 | 1,039 | 63.3% | 59,726 | 76,546 | 98,892 |
| 1998 | 1,548 | 63.2% | 66,646 | 84,461 | 107,384 |
| 1997 | 2,709 | 60.2% | 80,999 | 100,831 | 127,234 |
| 1996 | 1,606 | 61.1% | 75,975 | 99,772 | 119,798 |
How Long Does a Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel Last?
Based on 2,254 Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel vehicles on UK roads.
Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.8% MOT pass rate from 69 tests
60.2% MOT pass rate from 2,709 tests
The best year to buy a used Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.8% across 69 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel THIS CAR | 64.1% | 10,783 | 82,826 mi | 30 yrs |
| Ldv Convoy | 64.1% | 522,399 | 80,370 mi | 30 yrs |
| Ldv Maxus | 67.7% | 268,178 | 80,280 mi | 21 yrs |
| Ldv Pilot | 66.2% | 95,685 | 72,890 mi | 30 yrs |
| Yamaha Wr 450 F | 82.5% | 5,063 | 3,193 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Ldv Convoy (64.1% pass rate) and the Ldv Maxus (67.7% pass rate), the Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ldv 200 Pilot DieselShould you buy a used Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel?
The Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.1% across 10,783 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel are brake pipe excessively corroded (1,048 recorded failures), axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (847), and registration plate lamp not working (785). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel owner drives around 5,834 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel models stay on UK roads for around 30 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.