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BU53 AEL

2003 Ldv 400

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,961 mi
Last recorded57,961 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Ldv 40072,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 AEL
MakeLdv
Model400
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2012 57,961 miles

n/s/f shocker bush worn

n/s/f track rod end worn

o/s/f shock damp

o/s/r tyre worn on edge

play in o/s/f hub

rear exhaust requires attension

rear exhaust slight leak

slight weep in steering box

Pass 7 Sep 2011 54,525 miles

brake pads worn low

n/s/ shock bush worn

sign of diesel weeping injectors

slight brake bind n/s/f

slight play in o/s steering

steering box weeping

Pass 4 Oct 2010 49,019 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

discs worn

gearbox noisey

Fail 30 Sep 2010 49,012 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

discs worn

gearbox noisey

Pass 5 Oct 2009 42,545 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 35,970 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 28,638 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 20,716 miles

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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BU53 AEL is a 2003 Ldv 400 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Ldv 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 72,000 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 BU53 AEL, 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 23 years old, this Ldv 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 AEL registered?

BU53 AEL is a 2003 Ldv 400, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is BU53 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 AEL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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