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BV53 CFG

2003 Ldv 400

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,164 mi
Last recorded20,164 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ldv 40072,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 CFG
MakeLdv
Model400
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 20,164 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 20,160 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 20,129 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Steering box prescribed area corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged 3rd row (7.1.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 19,942 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox has a slight leak of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undercarriage corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2021 19,111 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 18,937 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 18,818 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 18,378 miles

Nearside Front Slight play n/s track rod

Pass 8 Feb 2018 18,215 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play o/s track rod end has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 18,051 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 17,427 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 16,677 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 15,917 miles

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 8 Jan 2014 15,917 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 15,234 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 14,023 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 14,023 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 13,794 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 11,792 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deflated (2.4.D.1a)

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

Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Fail 17 Dec 2008 9,843 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (6.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.3.2a)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 9,843 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 8,283 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 7,245 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 5,204 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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BV53 CFG is a 2003 Ldv 400 in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 BV53 CFG, 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.

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BV53 CFG is a 2003 Ldv 400, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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