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R648 UOP

1997 Ldv 400

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

139,377 mi
Last recorded139,377 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Ldv 400100,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR648 UOP
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2008 139,377 miles

Bolt missing from propshaft flange

Centre exhaust box baffles rattling.

Rear exhaust mounting assisted by webbing strap.(potential fire hazard)

Fail 15 Sep 2008 139,368 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

Baffles loose in centre exhaust box.

Bolt missing from propshaft to gear box flange.

Tailpipe mounting assiated by webbing strapping which could be a fire risk.

Uneven application of parking brake observed during rollertest indicating brakes may inspection or repair

Fail 1 Sep 2008 139,359 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

Baffles loose in centre exhaust box.

Bolt missing from propshaft to gear box flange.

Tailpipe mounting assiated by webbing strapping which could be a fire risk.

Uneven application of parking brake observed during rollertest indicating brakes may inspection or repair

Pass 11 Aug 2007 130,586 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 130,509 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

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

Offside front flexi hoses appear close to tyre on full lock.

Pass 4 Aug 2006 114,393 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 114,357 miles

Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by a damaged seat frame (5.2.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

cuts in n/s/front and n/s rear inner walls

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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R648 UOP is a 1997 Ldv 400 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 R648 UOP, 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.

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R648 UOP is a 1997 Ldv 400, first registered on 10 November 1997.

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