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S982 VEX

1998 Ldv Cub Diesel

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

88,283 mi
Last recorded88,283 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Ldv Cub Diesel109,395 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS982 VEX
MakeLdv
ModelCub Diesel
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2008 88,283 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 88,283 miles

Centre Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 2 Apr 2008 88,034 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 76,520 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 76,520 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 63,657 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 63,653 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Ldv Cub Diesel?

Based on 1,734 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

63.7%
Pass Rate
8,149
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 407
Stop lamp not working 130
Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 103
parking brake recording little or no effort 88
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
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S982 VEX is a 1998 Ldv Cub Diesel in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1998 Ldv Cub Diesel models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 109,395 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 Cub Diesel fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 407 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S982 VEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv Cub Diesel typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Ldv Cub Diesel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S982 VEX registered?

S982 VEX is a 1998 Ldv Cub Diesel, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is S982 VEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S982 VEX shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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