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R174 JGA

1997 Ldv Convoy

Green Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,129 mi
Last recorded107,129 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Ldv Convoy97,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR174 JGA
MakeLdv
ModelConvoy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2010 107,129 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

fuel tank support straps damaged & corroding

heavy corrosion to tipper body, frame work, side & rear drop doors

nearside front headlamp mounts deteriorating - damage to nearside front wing

Pass 13 Aug 2009 99,582 miles

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

general corrosion under & both sides of vehicle

Fail 13 Aug 2009 99,582 miles

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

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

general corrosion under & both sides of vehicle

Pass 7 Aug 2008 90,942 miles

Advise,rear seat belts deteriating,some corrosion front brake discs,slight play n\s\f wheel bearing,rear axle leak,engine oil leak,

Pass 13 Aug 2007 81,154 miles

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

corrosion to both drop side doors - security of tail gate

slight play in steering box

windscreen chipped - corrosion to front tipper body floor - nearside front indicator lens cracked - front number plate deteriorating - clutch housing under tray insecure

Pass 29 Aug 2006 70,885 miles

24% inbalance accross frront brakes

Oil leak

rear axle leak

slight fraying to o/s/f seatbelt and belt not retracting fully

temp repair to n/s/f indicator lense

Fail 29 Aug 2006 70,885 miles

24% inbalance accross frront brakes

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

rear axle leak

slight fraying to o/s/f seatbelt and belt not retracting fully

temp repair to n/s/f indicator lense

How Reliable is the Ldv Convoy?

Based on 522,399 MOT tests across 52,120 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
4,907
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
52,120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29,934
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,643
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,199
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,370
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,184
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R174 JGA is a 1997 Ldv Convoy in Green with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Ldv Convoy models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 97,040 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ldv Convoy fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R174 JGA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv Convoy typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Ldv Convoy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R174 JGA?

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What year was R174 JGA registered?

R174 JGA is a 1997 Ldv Convoy, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R174 JGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R174 JGA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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