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R427 VJW

1998 Ldv Pilot

White Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,537 mi
Last recorded124,537 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Ldv Pilot81,734 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR427 VJW
MakeLdv
ModelPilot
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 124,537 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r tyre sidewalls perished

Pass 15 Jan 2014 124,068 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s front tyre perished

Pass 29 Jan 2013 120,766 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 11,748 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 113,065 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 109,383 miles

slight movement nearside king pin

Pass 27 Jan 2009 107,722 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 105,969 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 102,395 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 102,377 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

wiper linkage worn (n/s)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 98,091 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 98,091 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

How Reliable is the Ldv Pilot?

Based on 95,685 MOT tests across 10,938 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
4,662
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
10,938
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,574
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 5,929
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,958
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,851
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R427 VJW is a 1998 Ldv Pilot in White with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Ldv Pilot models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 81,734 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ldv Pilot fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 6,574 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R427 VJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv Pilot typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Ldv Pilot is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R427 VJW registered?

R427 VJW is a 1998 Ldv Pilot, first registered on 8 January 1998.

Is R427 VJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R427 VJW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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