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R961 ARP

1997 Ldv Convoy

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

182,246 mi
Last recorded182,246 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Ldv Convoy97,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR961 ARP
MakeLdv
ModelConvoy
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2013 182,246 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

both side front king pin have slightly play

Pass 22 Nov 2012 171,871 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 165,200 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 165,024 miles

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

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 151,956 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

nsr half shaft bolts not fully tight

Fail 11 Mar 2011 151,950 miles

Offside Front Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Brake pump/compressor drive belt slightly deteriorated (3.6.F.1)

Brake pump/compressor drive belt slightly loose (3.6.F.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

nsr half shaft bolts not fully tight

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
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R961 ARP is a 1997 Ldv Convoy in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R961 ARP, 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

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What year was R961 ARP registered?

R961 ARP is a 1997 Ldv Convoy, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R961 ARP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R961 ARP shows 6 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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