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N548 VTT

1996 Ldv 400

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,425 mi
Last recorded125,425 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2006
Typical for 1996 Ldv 40088,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN548 VTT
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2006 125,425 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 125,361 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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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N548 VTT is a 1996 Ldv 400 in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 N548 VTT, 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.

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What year was N548 VTT registered?

N548 VTT is a 1996 Ldv 400, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N548 VTT safe to buy?

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