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R215 VLN

1998 Ldv Convoy

Yellow Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,038 mi
Last recorded138,038 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 1998 Ldv Convoy93,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR215 VLN
MakeLdv
ModelConvoy
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2019 138,038 miles

advise chassy corrosion not holed

advise slight king pin movement

advise under body undersealed

Pass 24 Jan 2018 136,300 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

advise chassy and all underbody covered in thick under seal

advise kings

Pass 28 Jan 2017 134,921 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 133,153 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 125,400 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 117,463 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 109,076 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 105,282 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 104,114 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 97,695 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2009 81,225 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 64,699 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 54,713 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 54,498 miles

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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R215 VLN is a 1998 Ldv Convoy in Yellow with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Ldv Convoy models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 93,117 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 R215 VLN, 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 28 years old, this Ldv Convoy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R215 VLN registered?

R215 VLN is a 1998 Ldv Convoy, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R215 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R215 VLN shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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