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R97 DGG

1997 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB94,314 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR97 DGG
MakeLdv
Model400 Convoy D SWB
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2008
Pass 2 Oct 2007 88,058 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

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

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

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

offside washer inop

slight movement at drivers seat

Pass 7 Aug 2006 83,793 miles

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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R97 DGG is a 1997 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 94,314 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 R97 DGG, 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 29 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 R97 DGG registered?

R97 DGG is a 1997 Ldv 400 Convoy D SWB, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R97 DGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R97 DGG shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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