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FJ55 OTV

2005 Ldv Maxus

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

88,541 mi
Last recorded88,541 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Ldv Maxus81,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 OTV
MakeLdv
ModelMaxus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 88,541 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine light on

engine oil leak

Fail 27 Mar 2018 88,538 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine light on

engine oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2017 83,714 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

drivers door hinges worn

Pass 23 Feb 2016 74,230 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 64,323 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 64,323 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 57,512 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs slight wear/corrosion.

nearside rear tyre sidewall perishing.

turbo hose insecure.

Fail 11 Feb 2014 57,511 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

body work has slight damage

oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2013 47,513 miles

Body work has slight damage.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Driver side door mirror loose on mount.

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Engine management light showing fault.(on)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

battery insecure

Fail 13 Feb 2013 47,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Body work has slight damage.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Driver side door mirror loose on mount.

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Engine management light showing fault.(on)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Passenger side front tyre very low on pressure.

battery insecure

Pass 5 Nov 2011 41,895 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 30,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2009 19,502 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 11 May 2009 19,499 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Ldv Maxus?

Based on 268,178 MOT tests across 19,943 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
6,946
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
19,943
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,445
position lamp(s) not working 8,208
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,006
Registration plate lamp not working 7,586
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6,786
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FJ55 OTV is a 2005 Ldv Maxus in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2005 Ldv Maxus models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 81,882 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 Maxus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11,445 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ55 OTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv Maxus typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Ldv Maxus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FJ55 OTV is a 2005 Ldv Maxus, first registered on 24 September 2005.

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