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R559 VUT

1998 Ldv 400

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

150,631 mi
Last recorded150,631 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2005
Typical for 1998 Ldv 40094,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR559 VUT
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2005 150,631 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2005 150,296 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1e)

Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (not working) (1.1.4a)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1g)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by a positive means (6.7.2a)

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

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.5a)

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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R559 VUT is a 1998 Ldv 400 in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Ldv 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 94,184 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 R559 VUT, 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 28 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 R559 VUT?

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What year was R559 VUT registered?

R559 VUT is a 1998 Ldv 400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R559 VUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R559 VUT 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 R559 VUT have outstanding finance?

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