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M981 MSH

1995 Ldv 400

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

9,971 mi
Last recorded9,971 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Ldv 40084,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM981 MSH
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 9,971 miles

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner rear valance panel corroded and holed, but not within 30 cm of any prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear panel crossmember between chassis legs corroded and holed, but not within 30 cm of any prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 9,971 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated Bonnet partially insecure and can not be readily released "Make shift release cable failed during test. (3.1 (c))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible Number plate excessively degraded (0.1 (b))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Washer jet partially blocked (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Cracked / Perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible Number plate excessively degraded (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner rear valance panel corroded and holed, but not within 30 cm of any prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear panel crossmember between chassis legs corroded and holed, but not within 30 cm of any prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2016 9,032 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 8,831 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jan 2015 8,798 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 8,352 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2013 8,019 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 7,611 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 7,218 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 6,964 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 6,680 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 6,477 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 6,116 miles

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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M981 MSH is a 1995 Ldv 400 in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1995 Ldv 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 84,988 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M981 MSH, 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 31 years old, this Ldv 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M981 MSH registered?

M981 MSH is a 1995 Ldv 400, first registered on 13 January 1995.

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