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R831 FHU

1997 Ldv 400

Black Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

162,488 mi
Last recorded162,488 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Ldv 400100,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR831 FHU
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2009 162,488 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2009 162,488 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2007 156,269 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 8 Oct 2007 156,244 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Battery insecure

Pass 3 Apr 2006 127,061 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

propshaft defective

Fail 3 Apr 2006

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

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

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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R831 FHU is a 1997 Ldv 400 in Black with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R831 FHU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R831 FHU registered?

R831 FHU is a 1997 Ldv 400, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R831 FHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R831 FHU shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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