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P742 HOF

1997 Ldv 400

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,905 mi
Last recorded117,905 miles
Recorded on10 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Ldv 400100,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP742 HOF
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2011 117,905 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 113,292 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 112,484 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

corrosion on body o/s step area(step area)

engine oil leak

Fail 1 May 2009 112,484 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Leaf spring eye defective (anchor) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Lower Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

corrosion on body o/s step area(step area)

engine oil leak

Fail 28 Apr 2009 112,459 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Crack In O/S/Front Indicator Lense.

Drivers Seat Base In Poor Condition.

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 May 2008 111,983 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 111,286 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 110,171 miles

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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P742 HOF is a 1997 Ldv 400 in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P742 HOF, 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

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What year was P742 HOF registered?

P742 HOF is a 1997 Ldv 400, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is P742 HOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P742 HOF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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