Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb reliable?

Based on MOT data from 147 vehicles, the 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb has a first-time MOT pass rate of 66.2%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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LDV 400 Convoy D Swb (1999)

147 real MOT outcomes analysed • 66.2% first-time pass rate

1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb

CarHunch analysed 147 real MOT records for the 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 1999 LDV Convoy is a poor MOT performer, with a first-time pass rate of just 48.6%—well below the UK average of 80%—meaning you should expect roughly a 50/50 chance of needing repairs before it passes its test. The good news is that dangerous defects are relatively uncommon at 16.3%, so while these vans are unreliable, they're not unusually hazardous.

At nearly 98,500 miles on average, these vehicles are high-mileage examples, which explains some of the struggle: the average Convoy racks up 1.48 failures and 3.8 advisories per test, pointing to accumulated wear on ageing components rather than design flaws. If you're serious about one, budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection and factor in near-certain repair costs before the next MOT.

We have limited data for the 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

66.2%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

16.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.48

Over 4.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

97k

Middle half: 68k–122k

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These stats describe 147 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 147 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 16.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

97,201

typical

67,774

low mileage

122,339

high mileage

Half of all 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb vehicles fall between 67,774 and 122,339 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 67,774 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 67,774–122,339 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1999 LDV 400 Convoy D Swbs sit.

⚠ Over 165,157 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

4.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.48

Avg failures per vehicle

3.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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