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R251 SGC

1998 Ldv Convoy

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

114,851 mi
Last recorded114,851 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Ldv Convoy93,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 SGC
MakeLdv
ModelConvoy
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2013 114,851 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 106,800 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 100,625 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 97,928 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 84,688 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 68,441 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2007 68,011 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 54,367 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 54,367 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R251 SGC is a 1998 Ldv Convoy in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R251 SGC, 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 R251 SGC registered?

R251 SGC is a 1998 Ldv Convoy, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R251 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 SGC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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