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R265 SGC

1998 Ldv Convoy

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

222,608 mi
Last recorded222,608 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Ldv Convoy93,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR265 SGC
MakeLdv
ModelConvoy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2008 222,608 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 222,275 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Body is excessively corroded seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of body mountings significantly reducing overall body security (6.5.9)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat security significantly reduced (6.5.14)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.6)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (not working) (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Body is excessively corroded seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of body mountings significantly reducing overall body security (6.5.9)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat security significantly reduced (6.5.14)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn rubber bush (2.6.4)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 197,942 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2007 19,742 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 176,645 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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R265 SGC is a 1998 Ldv Convoy in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R265 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.

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What year was R265 SGC registered?

R265 SGC is a 1998 Ldv Convoy, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is R265 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R265 SGC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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