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P159 OEW

1997 Ldv 400

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,167 mi
Last recorded106,167 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Ldv 400100,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP159 OEW
MakeLdv
Model400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Dec 2011 106,167 miles

slight play in both front kingpins

Pass 15 Dec 2010 100,200 miles

slight play in both front kingpins

slight play in steering draglink

Pass 16 Dec 2009 94,196 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

damage to front end

Pass 18 Dec 2008 88,935 miles

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

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

slight play in steering box

Pass 5 Dec 2007 82,617 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2006 77,814 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 72,678 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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P159 OEW is a 1997 Ldv 400 in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P159 OEW, 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

How do I check the history of P159 OEW?

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What year was P159 OEW registered?

P159 OEW is a 1997 Ldv 400, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P159 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P159 OEW shows 7 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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