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HF53 GVG

2003 Ldv 400

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

101,925 mi
Last recorded101,925 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2008
Typical for 2003 Ldv 40072,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 GVG
MakeLdv
Model400
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2008 101,925 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 101,925 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

ignition switch faulty

Pass 17 Dec 2007 90,161 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 90,161 miles

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

both rear light lenses damaged

o/s/r wing / door damaged

windscreen lower trim insecure

Pass 30 Oct 2007 88,764 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 88,764 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2006 72,617 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 72,614 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Ldv 400?

Based on 68,053 MOT tests across 9,838 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
3,516
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
9,838
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,700
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,060
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,987
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 3,803
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,117
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HF53 GVG is a 2003 Ldv 400 in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Ldv 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 72,000 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 400 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,700 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF53 GVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Ldv 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF53 GVG registered?

HF53 GVG is a 2003 Ldv 400, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is HF53 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 GVG shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF53 GVG have outstanding finance?

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