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R549 VOA

1997 Ldv Convoy

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

142,231 mi
Last recorded142,231 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Ldv Convoy97,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR549 VOA
MakeLdv
ModelConvoy
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2011 142,231 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Nov 2011 142,296 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 121,038 miles

Nail in front tyre

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 16 Mar 2011 121,038 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in front tyre

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 113,596 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 104,441 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

no spare fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2008 98,544 miles

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

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

passenger seats not locking down

rear mud guards cracked & insecure

Fail 13 Sep 2008 98,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

passenger seats not locking down

rear mud guards cracked & insecure

Pass 8 Sep 2007 90,750 miles

offside rear inner tyre starting to split on inner & outer side walls

Fail 6 Sep 2007 90,750 miles

Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 80,737 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 80,737 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Ldv Convoy?

Based on 522,399 MOT tests across 52,120 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
4,907
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
52,120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29,934
Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,643
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,199
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,370
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,184
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R549 VOA is a 1997 Ldv Convoy in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1997 Ldv Convoy models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 97,040 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 Convoy fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R549 VOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R549 VOA registered?

R549 VOA is a 1997 Ldv Convoy, first registered on 30 December 1997.

Is R549 VOA safe to buy?

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