Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2003 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 2003 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 2003 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.

How many 2003 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

28% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2003 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb reliable?

Based on MOT data from 247 vehicles, the 2003 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2003 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 (2003)

247 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71.3% first-time pass rate

2003 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb

CarHunch analysed 247 real MOT records for the 2003 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 2003 LDV Convoy is a reliable workhorse, but it demands careful inspection before purchase. With a first-time pass rate of 67.6%—significantly below the UK average of 80%—and nearly 3 in 10 vehicles having experienced a dangerous defect, you're looking at a van that needs proper maintenance to stay roadworthy.

At 67,670 miles average, these Convoys have been worked reasonably hard for their age, and the data reflects it: each vehicle typically fails on three issues and racks up nearly 12 advisories. Before buying, budget for immediate repairs on lights, brakes, and suspension items, and always get a pre-purchase inspection from someone experienced with commercial vehicles.

We have limited data for the 2003 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

71.3%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

28.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.99

Over 9.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

64k

Middle half: 49k–85k

For context

These stats describe 247 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 247 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 28.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (90%)	223	70.3%	3.08

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,527 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 56.9%

1,439

Red 23.4%

591

Green 5.8%

146

Blue 5.6%

142

Yellow 4.8%

122

Orange 1.1%

Grey 0.9%

Silver 0.7%

Black 0.4%

Cream 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2003 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.

64,301

typical

49,088

low mileage

85,419

high mileage

Half of all 2003 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb vehicles fall between 49,088 and 85,419 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 49,088 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.

✓ 49,088–85,419 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2003 LDV 400 Convoy D Swbs sit.

⚠ Over 115,315 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2003 LDV 400 Convoy D Swb — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 25% of 2003 LDV 400 Convoy D Swbs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 13 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2019 (25% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2019.

MOT History Averages

9.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.99

Avg failures per vehicle

11.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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