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N229 GSC

1996 Ldv 200

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

153,114 mi
Last recorded153,114 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2009
Typical for 1996 Ldv 20087,865 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN229 GSC
MakeLdv
Model200
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2009 153,114 miles

0/S/R FLOOR PAN WEAK

Battery insecure

NSR BRAKE SQUEALING

Nearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

OSR BUMP STOP MISSING

Propshaft component defective

Fail 10 Jul 2009 153,027 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

0/S/R FLOOR PAN WEAK

Battery insecure

NSR BRAKE SQUEALING

Nearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

OSR BUMP STOP MISSING

Propshaft component defective

Pass 16 Jul 2008 150,887 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 15 Jul 2008 150,886 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Battery insecure

Pass 25 May 2007 150,019 miles

advise slght dampness of oil at both front shock absorbers

advise some wear at nearside front stub pin

How Reliable is the Ldv 200?

Based on 35,420 MOT tests across 5,793 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
3,673
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
5,793
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,547
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 2,264
Registration plate lamp not working 1,879
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,617
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,582
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N229 GSC is a 1996 Ldv 200 in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Ldv 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 87,865 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 200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,547 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N229 GSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Ldv 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N229 GSC registered?

N229 GSC is a 1996 Ldv 200, first registered on 12 June 1996.

Is N229 GSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N229 GSC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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