Ldv Minibus MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 393 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 57.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ldv Minibus MOT Reliability Overview
The Ldv Minibus is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 393 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 42.5% and a failure rate of 57.5%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ldv Minibus earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Ldv Minibus presents for MOT with approximately 77,241 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2005 models achieve the highest pass rate at 54.3%, while 2002 models have the lowest at 22.4%. This 31.9 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Ldv Minibus is Brakes, affecting 81.4% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 57.3%. Suspension rounds out the top three at 54.5%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 97.5% | 383 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 80.2% | 315 |
| 3 | Suspension | 60.1% | 236 |
| 4 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 43.8% | 172 |
| 5 | Body, Structure And General Items | 36.4% | 143 |
| 6 | Steering | 26.0% | 102 |
| 7 | Tyres | 22.4% | 88 |
| 8 | Driver's View Of The Road | 15.0% | 59 |
| 9 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 7.1% | 28 |
| 10 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 6.6% | 26 |
| 11 | Visibility | 2.8% | 11 |
| 12 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 2.8% | 11 |
| 13 | Non-component Advisories | 2.3% | 9 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 77,241 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 12.62 | 97.5% | 383 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 10.38 | 80.2% | 315 |
| Suspension | 7.77 | 60.1% | 236 |
| Seat Belts | 5.67 | 43.8% | 172 |
| Body & Structure | 5.63 | 43.5% | 171 |
| Steering | 3.36 | 26.0% | 102 |
| Tyres | 2.90 | 22.4% | 88 |
| Visibility | 2.30 | 17.8% | 70 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.86 | 6.6% | 26 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.36 | 2.8% | 11 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.30 | 2.3% | 9 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ldv Minibus has 77,241 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Ldv Minibus has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 7.44% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Ldv Minibus MOT Data
The Ldv Minibus is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 393 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 42.5% and a failure rate of 57.5%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ldv Minibus owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on brakes and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Minibus is likely to perform.
Brakes — 81.4% of failures
Brakes issues account for 81.4% of MOT failures on the Ldv Minibus. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 57.3% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 57.3% of MOT failures on the Ldv Minibus. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 54.5% of failures
Suspension issues account for 54.5% of MOT failures on the Ldv Minibus. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ldv Minibus?
Based on 393 MOT tests in our database, the Ldv Minibus has an overall pass rate of 42.5% (57.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ldv Minibus?
The top 3 reasons a Ldv Minibus fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (81.4%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (57.3%), 3. Suspension (54.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ldv Minibus reliable?
With a 57.5% MOT failure rate, the Minibus is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ldv Minibus?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (81.4%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (57.3%); Suspension (54.5%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.