CarVerify

Free Car Check

R756 EGS

1997 Ldv Convoy

Red Diesel 2498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

115,030 mi
Last recorded115,030 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Ldv Convoy97,040 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ldv
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR756 EGS
MakeLdv
ModelConvoy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2009 115,030 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

SIDE AND REAR DOORS DO NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE

Pass 16 Sep 2008 98,082 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Sep 2007 80,885 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 80,885 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 62,275 miles

Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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
Full Ldv Convoy reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R756 EGS is a 1997 Ldv Convoy in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R756 EGS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R756 EGS?

You can check the full history of R756 EGS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R756 EGS registered?

R756 EGS is a 1997 Ldv Convoy, first registered on 4 September 1997.

Is R756 EGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R756 EGS shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R756 EGS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R756 EGS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.