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R968 UOP

1997 Ldv 400

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

120,237 mi
Last recorded120,237 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Ldv 400100,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR968 UOP
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2009 120,237 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 120,154 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 118,427 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2008 118,427 miles

Nearside Rear Brake linkage excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 117,018 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 116,981 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 114,562 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 114,562 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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R968 UOP is a 1997 Ldv 400 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R968 UOP, 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 R968 UOP registered?

R968 UOP is a 1997 Ldv 400, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R968 UOP safe to buy?

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