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R743 JGE

1998 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

66,974 mi
Last recorded66,974 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB86,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR743 JGE
MakeLdv
Model400 Convoy D SWB
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2009 66,974 miles

bonnet wont latch securely

both step sills corroded outwith prescribed areas

corrosion at n/s/r inner valance outwith prescribed areas

Fail 3 Jun 2009 66,974 miles

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

bonnet wont latch securely

both step sills corroded outwith prescribed areas

corrosion at n/s/r inner valance outwith prescribed areas

Pass 27 May 2008 64,833 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 64,833 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

O/S/R tyre worn on inner edge (borderline)

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

Possible brake load sensing valve seized. IMPOSSIBLE TO TELL AS VEHICLE FULLY LOADED WHEN CHECKED. (Lever free)

Rear inner valance corroded, outwith the prescribed areas

Slight noise from O/S/R hub bearing.

Pass 13 Jun 2007 62,329 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 59,453 miles

Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

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

Fail 11 May 2006 59,178 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB?

Based on 12,765 MOT tests across 1,693 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
5,848
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 864
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 705
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 667
Registration plate lamp not working 553
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 516
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R743 JGE is a 1998 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 86,722 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 Convoy D SWB fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 864 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R743 JGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R743 JGE registered?

R743 JGE is a 1998 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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