Ldv V80 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 7,870 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 31.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ldv V80 MOT Reliability Overview
The Ldv V80 is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 7,870 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 7 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.7% and a failure rate of 31.3%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ldv V80 earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Ldv V80 presents for MOT with approximately 57,627 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2021 models achieve the highest pass rate at 87.7%, while 2018 models have the lowest at 64.1%. This 23.6 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Ldv V80 is Brakes, affecting 41.9% 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 33.5%. Visibility rounds out the top three at 14.5%. 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
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📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 4 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Ldv V80 vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Ldv V80. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 8 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Ldv V80 shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 24% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 8 (50.3% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
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 | 41.9% | 3,295 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 33.5% | 2,634 |
| 3 | Visibility | 14.5% | 1,142 |
| 4 | Tyres | 13.6% | 1,073 |
| 5 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 7.0% | 551 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 6.5% | 509 |
| 7 | Suspension | 6.0% | 476 |
| 8 | Non-component Advisories | 2.1% | 164 |
| 9 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.9% | 151 |
| 10 | Steering | 1.1% | 88 |
| 11 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.1% | 86 |
| 12 | Road Wheels | 0.1% | 9 |
| 13 | Speedometer And Speed Limiter | 0.1% | 8 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 57,627 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 | 7.27 | 41.9% | 3,295 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 5.81 | 33.5% | 2,634 |
| Visibility | 2.52 | 14.5% | 1,142 |
| Tyres | 2.37 | 13.6% | 1,073 |
| Body & Structure | 1.21 | 7.0% | 551 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.12 | 6.5% | 509 |
| Suspension | 1.05 | 6.0% | 476 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.36 | 2.1% | 164 |
| Seat Belts | 0.33 | 1.9% | 151 |
| Steering | 0.19 | 1.1% | 88 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.19 | 1.1% | 86 |
| Wheels | 0.02 | 0.1% | 9 |
| Speedometer and speed limiter | 0.02 | 0.1% | 8 |
| Buses and coaches supplementary tests | 0.01 | 0.0% | 3 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ldv V80 has 57,627 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 V80 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.43% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Ldv V80 MOT Data
The Ldv V80 is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 7,870 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 7 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.7% and a failure rate of 31.3%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ldv V80 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. 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 V80 is likely to perform.
Brakes — 41.9% of failures
Brakes issues account for 41.9% of MOT failures on the Ldv V80. 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 — 33.5% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 33.5% of MOT failures on the Ldv V80. 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.
Visibility — 14.5% of failures
Visibility issues account for 14.5% of MOT failures on the Ldv V80. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ldv V80?
Based on 7,870 MOT tests in our database, the Ldv V80 has an overall pass rate of 68.7% (31.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ldv V80?
The top 3 reasons a Ldv V80 fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (41.9%), 2. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (33.5%), 3. Visibility (14.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ldv V80 reliable?
With a 31.3% MOT failure rate, the V80 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ldv V80?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (41.9%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (33.5%); Visibility (14.5%). 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.