LDV 400 Series Td 3.5t (1995)
1995 LDV 400 Series Td 3.5t
CarHunch analysed 1,505 real MOT records for the 1995 LDV 400 Series Td 3.5t. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1995 LDV 400 Series TD is a seriously unreliable buy: just 12.2% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning nearly 9 in 10 fail their MOT. With only 3.6% ever recording dangerous defects, the failures are mainly about wear and maintenance rather than safety-critical issues, but that's cold comfort when you're facing constant repair bills.
These vans are typically racked up to around 92,000 miles by this age, and each one averages 0.3 failures and 0.9 advisories per test, pointing to systemic problems with aging diesel engines and commercial-use wear rather than isolated faults. If you're considering one, budget heavily for immediate remedial work and factor in annual MOT prep costs—treat the 12% pass rate as your baseline expectation, not an outlier.
What to check before buying a 1995 LDV 400 Series Td 3.5t
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%) | 1,500 | 12.3% | 0.3 |
| Petrol (0%) | 5 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1995 LDV 400 Series Td 3.5t 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 1995 LDV 400 Series Td 3.5t vehicles fall between 66,470 and 123,291 miles.
MOT History Averages
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