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R278 WBU

1997 Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,278 mi
Last recorded58,278 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel100,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR278 WBU
MakeLdv
Model200 Pilot Diesel
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2009 58,278 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 50,554 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 50,546 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/r park brake reading low

wiper linkage worn, both head lamps condedsated, shocker mounts slightly corroded, brake pipes showing signs of corrosion, n/s and o/s floors corroded,

Pass 25 Jan 2007 42,151 miles

n/s & o/s headlamps condensated

Fail 23 Jan 2007 42,136 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

n/s & o/s front steering king pins require greasing

some condensation to n/s & o/s headlamps

Pass 26 Jan 2006 32,632 miles

How Reliable is the Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel?

Based on 10,783 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
5,834
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 847
Registration plate lamp not working 785
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 635
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 574
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R278 WBU is a 1997 Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.2% with a typical mileage of 100,831 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R278 WBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R278 WBU registered?

R278 WBU is a 1997 Ldv 200 Pilot Diesel, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is R278 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R278 WBU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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