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R379 HSG

1997 Ldv 400

Yellow Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

90,743 mi
Last recorded90,743 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2006
Typical for 1997 Ldv 400100,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR379 HSG
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2006 90,743 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 90,444 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Ldv 400?

Based on 68,053 MOT tests across 9,838 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
3,516
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
9,838
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,700
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,060
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,987
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 3,803
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,117
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R379 HSG is a 1997 Ldv 400 in Yellow with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Ldv 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 100,820 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 400 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,700 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R379 HSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Ldv 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R379 HSG?

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What year was R379 HSG registered?

R379 HSG is a 1997 Ldv 400, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R379 HSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R379 HSG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R379 HSG have outstanding finance?

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