LDV 400 Series 3.55t (1994)
1994 LDV 400 Series 3.55t
CarHunch analysed 118 real MOT records for the 1994 LDV 400 Series 3.55t. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1994 LDV 400 Series is a serious reliability concern—only 9.9% pass their MOT first time, versus the UK average of 80%. With a dangerous defect rate of 3.4%, structural or safety issues are a real worry for potential buyers.
The median mileage of 89,660 miles is surprisingly low for a 30-year-old vehicle, suggesting most surviving examples have been lightly used or stored; however, the average of just 0.16 failures per vehicle masks the fact that the vast majority fail outright. If you're considering one, budget heavily for repairs before use and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on brakes, steering, and chassis integrity.
What to check before buying a 1994 LDV 400 Series 3.55t
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 115 | 8.8% | 0.15 |
| Diesel (2%) | 2 | 50% | 0 |
| LPG (1%) | 1 | 50% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1994 LDV 400 Series 3.55t 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 1994 LDV 400 Series 3.55t vehicles fall between 53,118 and 108,550 miles.
MOT History Averages
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