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P838 RYP

1997 Ldv 200

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

45,010 mi
Last recorded45,010 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Ldv 20095,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP838 RYP
MakeLdv
Model200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 45,010 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2024 45,008 miles

Nearside Front Lower Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 44,964 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 44,837 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 44,792 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 44,512 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 44,460 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 44,198 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 43,664 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 43,109 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 42,681 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 41,703 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 41,290 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 41,290 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

propshaft rubber splitimg

Pass 5 Apr 2012 40,997 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 38,914 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Slight engine oil leak

Slight play in lower column bush

Pass 15 Apr 2010 38,518 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 38,518 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 37,939 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 37,374 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 36,902 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 32,504 miles

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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P838 RYP is a 1997 Ldv 200 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P838 RYP, 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.

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What year was P838 RYP registered?

P838 RYP is a 1997 Ldv 200, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is P838 RYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P838 RYP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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