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P385 LYC

1997 Ldv 400

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,762 mi
Last recorded164,762 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Ldv 400100,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP385 LYC
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2010 164,762 miles

front and rear reg plates faded

slight play in steering box

Pass 21 Apr 2009 163,192 miles

front and rear reg plates fading

slight play in nsf and osf king pins

slight play in steering box

Pass 17 Apr 2008 161,325 miles

front and rear reg plates fading

front wipers poor

slight play nsf and osf king pins

Fail 17 Apr 2008 161,325 miles

Nearside Side repeater not in good working order (not working) (1.5.1b)

front and rear reg plates fading

front wipers poor

slight play nsf and osf king pins

Pass 2 May 2007 157,712 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 151,131 miles

slight play in nsf king pin †

slight play in osf king pin

slight play in steering box

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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P385 LYC is a 1997 Ldv 400 in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Ldv 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 100,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P385 LYC, 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 29 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 P385 LYC?

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What year was P385 LYC registered?

P385 LYC is a 1997 Ldv 400, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P385 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P385 LYC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P385 LYC have outstanding finance?

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