Ldv Pilot Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ldv Pilot reliable? We analysed 95,685 real MOT tests across 10,938 vehicles to find out.
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The Ldv Pilot is about 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 windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ldv Pilot.
Ldv Pilot Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ldv Pilot. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ldv Pilot MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ldv Pilot to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ldv Pilot Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ldv Pilot fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ldv Pilot Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ldv Pilot owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ldv Pilot MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ldv Pilot year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1,733 | 68.7% | 43,955 | 65,925 | 91,013 |
| 2005 | 3,384 | 70.4% | 35,660 | 51,718 | 70,122 |
| 2004 | 3,935 | 70.0% | 36,343 | 53,003 | 71,801 |
| 2003 | 8,478 | 70.2% | 38,954 | 56,424 | 76,788 |
| 2002 | 9,808 | 68.5% | 45,984 | 63,190 | 82,068 |
| 2001 | 12,519 | 66.7% | 48,782 | 64,992 | 83,666 |
| 2000 | 11,379 | 65.4% | 55,444 | 73,785 | 95,690 |
| 1999 | 9,771 | 65.8% | 58,620 | 76,316 | 97,601 |
| 1998 | 12,477 | 65.3% | 61,720 | 81,734 | 102,023 |
| 1997 | 14,212 | 63.2% | 70,612 | 92,083 | 117,990 |
| 1996 | 7,596 | 62.9% | 65,625 | 90,156 | 114,298 |
| 1995 | 243 | 62.1% | 64,199 | 84,880 | 102,326 |
| 1994 | 53 | 50.9% | 93,024 | 104,755 | 149,453 |
How Long Does a Ldv Pilot Last?
Based on 10,938 Ldv Pilot vehicles on UK roads.
Ldv Pilot Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ldv Pilot 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 Pilot
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.4% MOT pass rate from 3,384 tests
50.9% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Ldv Pilot is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.4% across 3,384 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 50.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ldv Pilot Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ldv Pilot THIS CAR | 66.2% | 95,685 | 72,890 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 400 Convoy D LWB | 64.6% | 76,532 | 81,769 mi | 30 yrs |
| BMW 125 | 84.4% | 59,027 | 57,040 mi | 18 yrs |
Compared to the Ldv Convoy (64.1% pass rate) and the Ldv Maxus (67.7% pass rate), the Ldv Pilot sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ldv PilotShould you buy a used Ldv Pilot?
The Ldv Pilot has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.2% across 95,685 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Ldv Pilot are brake pipe excessively corroded (6,574 recorded failures), axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (5,929), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (4,190). 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 Pilot owner drives around 4,662 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 Pilot 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.