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R385 SLY

1997 Ldv 200

Blue Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

106,022 mi
Last recorded106,022 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Ldv 20095,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR385 SLY
MakeLdv
Model200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2010 106,022 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 105,887 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 105,656 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 105,656 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 101,105 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2006 98,472 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

front brake discs corrosion evident

Pass 28 Nov 2005 92,548 miles

How Reliable is the Ldv 200?

Based on 35,420 MOT tests across 5,793 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
3,673
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
5,793
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,547
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 2,264
Registration plate lamp not working 1,879
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,617
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,582
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R385 SLY is a 1997 Ldv 200 in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Ldv 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 95,294 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ldv 200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,547 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R385 SLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Ldv 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R385 SLY?

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What year was R385 SLY registered?

R385 SLY is a 1997 Ldv 200, first registered on 3 November 1997.

Is R385 SLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R385 SLY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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