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BU53 AHC

2003 Ldv Pilot

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

94,017 mi
Last recorded94,017 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Ldv Pilot56,424 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 AHC
MakeLdv
ModelPilot
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2012 94,017 miles

accident damage at n/s/f bumper/wing/wheel arch

accident damage to o/s and n/s rear bumpers

accident damage to rear lower panels - o/s and n/s behind bumpers

heavy surface corrosion on o/s and n/s sill sections

n/s/f indicator lens missing

o/s door mirror lens held on with tape

oil leaks on engine

slight "lift" in o/s king-pin assembly

slight "rock" in n/s king-pin assembly

slight play at steering column bottom bush

slight play in o/s and n/s rear spring - rear - lower spring eye bushes

Fail 30 Nov 2012 94,008 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.1.9)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

accident damage at n/s/f bumper/wing/wheel arch

accident damage to o/s and n/s rear bumpers

accident damage to rear lower panels - o/s and n/s behind bumpers

heavy surface corrosion on o/s and n/s sill sections

n/s/f indicator lens missing

o/s door mirror lens held on with tape

oil leaks on engine

slight "lift" in o/s king-pin assembly

slight "rock" in n/s king-pin assembly

slight play at steering column bottom bush

slight play in o/s and n/s rear spring - rear - lower spring eye bushes

unable to check n/s/f wheel bearing due to binding brake

Pass 5 Nov 2011 89,292 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 89,292 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 15 Oct 2011 88,887 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2010 74,656 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 74,656 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 63,284 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 57,906 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 48,353 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 48,353 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 39,768 miles

How Reliable is the Ldv Pilot?

Based on 95,685 MOT tests across 10,938 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
4,662
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
10,938
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,574
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 5,929
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,958
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,851
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BU53 AHC is a 2003 Ldv Pilot in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Ldv Pilot models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 56,424 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ldv Pilot fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 6,574 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 AHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv Pilot typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Ldv Pilot is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU53 AHC registered?

BU53 AHC is a 2003 Ldv Pilot, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is BU53 AHC safe to buy?

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