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R291 WBU

1997 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

106,330 mi
Last recorded106,330 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB94,314 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 WBU
MakeLdv
Model400 Convoy D SWB
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2011 106,330 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 99,540 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 90,825 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 90,825 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 76,405 miles

fault on bonnet catch

Fail 7 Dec 2007 60,835 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 60,835 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 43,540 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 36,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 36,452 miles

How Reliable is the Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB?

Based on 12,765 MOT tests across 1,693 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
5,848
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 864
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 705
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 667
Registration plate lamp not working 553
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 516
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R291 WBU is a 1997 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 94,314 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 864 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R291 WBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R291 WBU registered?

R291 WBU is a 1997 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R291 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R291 WBU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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