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LDV 400 Convoy Td Lwb (1999)

417 real MOT outcomes analysed • 65.1% first-time pass rate

1999 LDV 400 Convoy Td Lwb

CarHunch analysed 417 real MOT records for the 1999 LDV 400 Convoy Td Lwb. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 417 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 1999 LDV Convoy is a significant reliability concern: only 40% pass the MOT first time, against the UK average of 80%, meaning nearly 3 in 5 owners face repair costs before getting through testing. The 11.5% dangerous defect rate is manageable, but the average 1.34 failures per vehicle points to systemic structural or mechanical issues rather than isolated problems.

At nearly 98,000 miles on average, these vans have been properly worked, yet they're accumulating 3.7 advisories per test — typically suspension, exhaust, and brake wear — suggesting the design struggles with age rather than abuse. If you're considering one, budget for pre-purchase inspection by a diesel specialist and expect ongoing maintenance; this is a tool that needs hands-on care, not a casual buy.

The 1999 LDV 400 Convoy Td Lwb has a below-average first-time pass rate (65.1% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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
65.1%
UK average ~80%
Below average
Dangerous (ever)
11.5%
At least once in MOT history
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Avg failures / car
1.34
Over 3.9 tests on record
High
Typical mileage
95k
Middle half: 72k–115k
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⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.
🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 3.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.
🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 417 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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Before you buy a 1999 LDV 400 Convoy Td Lwb

Based on MOT data from 417 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 11.5% 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 ClickMechanic →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Diesel (100%) 415 65.1% 1.34

Colour Breakdown

Based on 7,210 LDV 400 Convoy Td Lwb vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 81.4%
5,871
Blue 5.7%
413
Red 3.8%
276
Yellow 3.7%
267
Green 2.4%
170
Silver 0.8%
60
Grey 0.7%
52
Black 0.4%
32
Brown 0.4%
28
Orange 0.3%
23
Cream 0.1%
10
Maroon 0.1%
8

Mileage Distribution

Most 1999 LDV 400 Convoy Td Lwb 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.

94,628
typical
71,824
low mileage
115,249
high mileage

Half of all 1999 LDV 400 Convoy Td Lwb vehicles fall between 71,824 and 115,249 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?
✓ Under 71,824 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.
✓ 71,824–115,249 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1999 LDV 400 Convoy Td Lwbs sit.
⚠ Over 155,586 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

3.9
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
1.34
Avg failures per vehicle
3.7
Avg advisories per vehicle
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