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R159 RRA

1997 Ldv 400

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,582 mi
Last recorded138,582 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Ldv 400100,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR159 RRA
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2009 138,582 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 138,539 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

N/S/F Tyre slightly scrubbing on inner and outter wall

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 130,181 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 130,181 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 123,097 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 118,458 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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R159 RRA is a 1997 Ldv 400 in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R159 RRA, 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.

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What year was R159 RRA registered?

R159 RRA is a 1997 Ldv 400, first registered on 10 December 1997.

Is R159 RRA safe to buy?

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