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P378 DPF

1997 Ldv 200

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

117,599 mi
Last recorded117,599 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Ldv 20095,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP378 DPF
MakeLdv
Model200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Oct 2009 117,599 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

advise radiator leaking

Pass 17 Sep 2008 116,809 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 17 Sep 2008 116,809 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 115,839 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 114,299 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 114,285 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2005 110,668 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2005 110,609 miles

Nearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

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

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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P378 DPF is a 1997 Ldv 200 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Ldv 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 95,294 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 P378 DPF, 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 29 years old, this Ldv 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P378 DPF registered?

P378 DPF is a 1997 Ldv 200, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P378 DPF safe to buy?

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