LDV 200 Series D 2.6t (1995)

1,406 real MOT outcomes analysed • 13.6% first-time pass rate

1995 LDV 200 Series D 2.6t

CarHunch analysed 1,406 real MOT records for the 1995 LDV 200 Series D 2.6t. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

The 1995 LDV 200 SERIES D 2.6T is a poor performer on the MOT bench, with just 13.6% of vehicles passing first time against the UK average of 80%—this is a serious red flag for reliability. Only 3.7% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so safety isn't the primary concern, but the sheer volume of failures suggests systemic mechanical weakness in this model.

At nearly 90,600 miles on average, these are well-used workhorses, yet they're still racking up 0.29 failures and 0.8 advisories per test, indicating deterioration that money and maintenance struggle to prevent. If you're considering one, budget for substantial mechanical work upfront and factor in regular garage visits as the cost of ownership.

Below average reliability 66.4% below UK average
13.6%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
87,775
typical mileage
68,727–108,197 middle half
3.7%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
0.29
avg MOT failures per car
over 1.6 tests on record

What to check before buying a 1995 LDV 200 Series D 2.6t

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.
  • 📄 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
Diesel (100%) 1,403 13.6% 0.29
Petrol (0%) 2 33.3% 0.5
Electric (0%) 1 0% 1

Mileage Distribution

Most 1995 LDV 200 Series D 2.6t 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.

68,727
low mileage
87,775
typical
108,197
high mileage

Half of all 1995 LDV 200 Series D 2.6t vehicles fall between 68,727 and 108,197 miles.

MOT History Averages

1.6
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.29
Avg failures per vehicle
0.8
Avg advisories per vehicle

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Other model years — LDV 200 Series D 2.6t:

1994 1996