Dfsk Loadhopper (2015)
2015 Dfsk Loadhopper
CarHunch analysed 150 real MOT records for the 2015 Dfsk Loadhopper. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2015 DFSK Loadhopper is a notably unreliable proposition: its 69.3% first-time pass rate sits nearly 11 percentage points below the UK average of 80%, and a deeply concerning 41.3% of these vehicles have suffered dangerous defects—more than double the typical threshold for concern. This is a worrying finding that should give any prospective buyer serious pause.
At nearly 30,000 miles on average for a nine-year-old vehicle, mileage is reasonable, yet these Lodhoppers still average 2.33 failures and 14.6 advisories per test—indicating persistent structural or mechanical problems rather than normal wear. Before committing to one, get a full pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic familiar with Chinese light commercials, as this cohort's failure pattern suggests systemic quality issues you can't afford to discover after purchase.
What to check before buying a 2015 Dfsk Loadhopper
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 41.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 146 | 69.5% | 2.32 |
| LPG (3%) | 4 | 59.2% | 2.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2015 Dfsk Loadhopper vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2015 Dfsk Loadhopper vehicles fall between 15,502 and 38,431 miles.
2015 Dfsk Loadhopper — Still on the Road
85 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 65% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2015 Dfsk Loadhopper
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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53%
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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46.5%
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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39.9%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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32.4%
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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31.6%
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
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30.8%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30.5%
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
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28.7%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2015. Counts include advisories and failures.
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