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R954 DNA

1997 Ldv Pilot

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,269 mi
Last recorded64,269 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 1997 Ldv Pilot92,083 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR954 DNA
MakeLdv
ModelPilot
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 64,269 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 63,310 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 61,699 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 59,533 miles

offside lower inner sill corroded propshaft rubber coupling deteriorated

rear exhaust section corroded, nearside rear inner sill corroded, offside outer sill corroded,

wiper blades deteriorated,

Pass 31 Oct 2016 58,984 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 58,570 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 58,186 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 27 Oct 2014 58,186 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Oct 2013 57,604 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 57,325 miles

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

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

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

propshaft rubber coupling deteriorated

rear exhaust tailpipe deteriorated

Pass 4 Nov 2011 56,824 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 56,133 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 54,437 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2008 51,751 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 49,265 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 49,265 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 47,571 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 44,487 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

How Reliable is the Ldv Pilot?

Based on 95,685 MOT tests across 10,938 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
4,662
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
10,938
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,574
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 5,929
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,958
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,851
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R954 DNA is a 1997 Ldv Pilot in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Ldv Pilot models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 92,083 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ldv Pilot fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 6,574 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R954 DNA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv Pilot typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Ldv Pilot is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R954 DNA registered?

R954 DNA is a 1997 Ldv Pilot, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R954 DNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R954 DNA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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