Ldv 400 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Ldv 400 car check
Is the Ldv 400 reliable? We analysed 68,053 real MOT tests across 9,838 vehicles to find out.
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The Ldv 400 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ldv 400.
Ldv 400 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ldv 400. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ldv 400 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ldv 400 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ldv 400 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ldv 400 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ldv 400 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ldv 400 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ldv 400 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ldv 400 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 194 | 76.8% | 52,274 | 75,144 | 100,062 |
| 2005 | 1,647 | 68.1% | 39,868 | 63,272 | 100,132 |
| 2004 | 3,514 | 67.6% | 48,776 | 71,934 | 104,112 |
| 2003 | 2,811 | 66.1% | 45,674 | 72,000 | 107,202 |
| 2002 | 3,601 | 65.7% | 49,095 | 75,263 | 106,061 |
| 2001 | 2,496 | 62.6% | 64,337 | 90,462 | 121,214 |
| 2000 | 4,375 | 61.6% | 69,169 | 90,274 | 115,254 |
| 1999 | 2,110 | 64.5% | 64,663 | 84,665 | 110,239 |
| 1998 | 2,721 | 63.2% | 71,163 | 94,184 | 124,215 |
| 1997 | 5,493 | 61.6% | 75,158 | 100,820 | 130,226 |
| 1996 | 12,295 | 62.3% | 63,085 | 88,606 | 117,393 |
| 1995 | 16,303 | 62.6% | 58,524 | 84,988 | 112,563 |
| 1994 | 7,516 | 61.4% | 73,968 | 100,812 | 133,723 |
| 1993 | 1,027 | 57.8% | 77,652 | 105,946 | 138,905 |
| 1992 | 683 | 60.0% | 72,572 | 101,746 | 126,440 |
| 1991 | 516 | 59.9% | 63,292 | 90,418 | 118,000 |
| 1990 | 421 | 59.6% | 47,116 | 77,105 | 100,009 |
| 1989 | 182 | 56.6% | 75,938 | 84,498 | 99,229 |
How Long Does a Ldv 400 Last?
Based on 9,838 Ldv 400 vehicles on UK roads.
Ldv 400 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ldv 400 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 400
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.8% MOT pass rate from 194 tests
56.6% MOT pass rate from 182 tests
The best year to buy a used Ldv 400 is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.8% across 194 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 56.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ldv 400 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ldv 400 THIS CAR | 62.9% | 68,053 | 88,172 mi | 33 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 |
| Honda C90 | 82.7% | 113,520 | 18,183 mi | 48 yrs |
Compared to the Ldv Convoy (64.1% pass rate) and the Ldv Maxus (67.7% pass rate), the Ldv 400 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ldv 400Should you buy a used Ldv 400?
The Ldv 400 has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.9% across 68,053 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Ldv 400 are brake pipe excessively corroded (4,700 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (4,060), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (3,987). 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 400 owner drives around 3,516 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 400 models stay on UK roads for around 33 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.