Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T reliable? We analysed 5,339 real MOT tests across 997 vehicles to find out.
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The Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include service brake: efficiency below requirements, brake pipe excessively corroded and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T.
Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 91 | 79.1% | 61,225 | 96,196 | 147,773 |
| 2005 | 524 | 73.3% | 68,896 | 104,392 | 138,813 |
| 2004 | 667 | 75.6% | 67,793 | 101,022 | 133,935 |
| 2003 | 78 | 75.6% | 68,428 | 98,974 | 116,722 |
| 2002 | 84 | 71.4% | 56,886 | 75,386 | 115,994 |
| 2001 | 147 | 74.1% | 85,054 | 138,000 | 163,980 |
| 2000 | 390 | 65.6% | 87,161 | 118,193 | 163,023 |
| 1999 | 355 | 70.4% | 99,110 | 126,322 | 160,764 |
| 1998 | 146 | 64.4% | 80,444 | 104,798 | 121,869 |
| 1997 | 74 | 70.3% | 48,940 | 99,554 | 118,126 |
| 1996 | 1,198 | 61.9% | 70,388 | 97,992 | 128,180 |
| 1995 | 1,154 | 60.6% | 65,201 | 90,832 | 120,165 |
| 1994 | 427 | 60.0% | 92,797 | 121,300 | 162,236 |
How Long Does a Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T Last?
Based on 997 Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T vehicles on UK roads.
Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T 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 Td 3.5T
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.1% MOT pass rate from 91 tests
60.0% MOT pass rate from 427 tests
The best year to buy a used Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.1% across 91 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.0% — 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 Td 3.5T 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 Td 3.5T THIS CAR | 66.3% | 5,339 | 102,652 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 |
| MG MG | 74% | 2,574 | 48,763 mi | 62 yrs |
Compared to the Ldv Convoy (64.1% pass rate) and the Ldv Maxus (67.7% pass rate), the Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.3% across 5,339 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Ldv 400 Series Td 3.5T are service brake: efficiency below requirements (306 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (286), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (243). 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 Td 3.5T owner drives around 5,642 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 Td 3.5T 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.