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N551 VEG

1996 Ldv 400

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

62,926 mi
Last recorded62,926 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2006
Typical for 1996 Ldv 40088,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN551 VEG
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2006 62,926 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 62,010 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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N551 VEG 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 N551 VEG, 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

How do I check the history of N551 VEG?

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What year was N551 VEG registered?

N551 VEG is a 1996 Ldv 400, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N551 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N551 VEG shows 2 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 N551 VEG have outstanding finance?

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