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R899 FDM

1998 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

165,408 mi
Last recorded165,408 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2007
Typical for 1998 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB86,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR899 FDM
MakeLdv
Model400 Convoy D SWB
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2007 165,408 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 165,408 miles

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

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 156,645 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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R899 FDM is a 1998 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R899 FDM, 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 R899 FDM registered?

R899 FDM is a 1998 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R899 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R899 FDM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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