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N256 LNW

1996 Ldv 400

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

62,679 mi
Last recorded62,679 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 Ldv 40088,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN256 LNW
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2008 62,679 miles

Offside Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Fail 22 Sep 2008 62,671 miles

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

Offside Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 62,251 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2007 622,347 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 59,040 miles

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

non structural corrosion nearside bumper wheel arch panel

Fail 20 Sep 2006 59,015 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

nearside front inner wheel arch corrode ( non structural )

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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N256 LNW is a 1996 Ldv 400 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Ldv 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 88,606 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 N256 LNW, 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 30 years old, this Ldv 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N256 LNW registered?

N256 LNW is a 1996 Ldv 400, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N256 LNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N256 LNW shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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