Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 reliable? We analysed 589 real MOT tests across 108 vehicles to find out.
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The Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ldv 400 Series D 3.5.
Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ldv 400 Series D 3.5. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 117 | 55.6% | 71,577 | 95,942 | 111,709 |
| 1996 | 100 | 57.0% | 73,422 | 85,140 | 117,254 |
| 1995 | 179 | 60.9% | 70,098 | 89,740 | 112,372 |
| 1994 | 66 | 62.1% | 93,824 | 116,156 | 154,580 |
How Long Does a Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 Last?
Based on 108 Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 vehicles on UK roads.
Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 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 Series D 3.5
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
62.1% MOT pass rate from 66 tests
55.6% MOT pass rate from 117 tests
The best year to buy a used Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 is 1994, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 62.1% across 66 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 55.6% — 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 Series D 3.5 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 THIS CAR | 58.1% | 589 | 94,886 mi | 32 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 |
| Pgo PMX50 | 76.2% | 499 | 9,824 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Ldv Convoy (64.1% pass rate) and the Ldv Maxus (67.7% pass rate), the Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ldv 400 Series D 3.5Should you buy a used Ldv 400 Series D 3.5?
The Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 has an overall MOT pass rate of 58.1% across 589 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (75 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (67), and brake pipe excessively corroded (56). 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 Series D 3.5 owner drives around 4,974 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 Series D 3.5 models stay on UK roads for around 32 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.