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R908 MDV

1997 Ldv 400

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

172,289 mi
Last recorded172,289 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Ldv 400100,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR908 MDV
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2011 172,289 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

front tyres worn uneven

vehicle smokey

Pass 28 Jan 2010 167,558 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (6.3.1a)

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

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2b)

condensation in nearside head lamp

Fail 21 Jan 2010 167,453 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Front Body has sharp edges or projections caused by corrosion or damage making the vehicle dangerous to other road users (6.5.10)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.8.A.5c)

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

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2b)

condensation in nearside head lamp

Pass 29 Jan 2009 163,088 miles

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

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2b)

all rear belts fraying

emmissions close to limit

n/s/f lower shocker bracket not fully tightened

Fail 9 Dec 2008 163,073 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure chassis main member corroded (6.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure chassis main member corroded (6.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gasses (6.3.2a)

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

Oil leak

all rear seat belts showing signs of fraying

crack in nearside front floor panel

unevan wear on nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2007 155,132 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (6.3.1a)

Oil leak

Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

Fail 4 Sep 2007 155,132 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not in good working order (not working) (1.1.6b)

Oil leak

Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 144,342 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 132,762 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring shackle rubber bush slightly deteriorated resulting in slight movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring shackle rubber bush slightly deteriorated resulting in slight movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

nearside headlamp mountings slightly loose

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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R908 MDV is a 1997 Ldv 400 in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R908 MDV, 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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What year was R908 MDV registered?

R908 MDV is a 1997 Ldv 400, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R908 MDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R908 MDV shows 9 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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