LDV Cub (2000)
2000 LDV Cub
CarHunch analysed 1,532 real MOT records for the 2000 LDV Cub. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2000 LDV CUB is significantly less reliable than the UK average, with a first-time MOT pass rate of just 64.3% compared to 80% nationally—and a concerning 27.3% of vehicles have recorded dangerous defects, well above the typical threshold. This is a vehicle that will require serious attention before purchase and ongoing commitment after it.
At nearly 96,000 miles on average, these Cubs have covered substantial ground for their age, yet they're still generating nearly four failures and fourteen advisories per test, suggesting systemic wear and maintenance issues rather than isolated problems. Before committing to one, budget for pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with the model—these numbers suggest corners cut during ownership are common, and surprises are likely.
What to check before buying a 2000 LDV Cub
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.
- ⚠️ 27.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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%) | 1,527 | 64.3% | 3.98 |
| Petrol (0%) | 5 | 58.8% | 5.8 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2000 LDV Cub 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 2000 LDV Cub vehicles fall between 70,279 and 114,384 miles.
2000 LDV Cub — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 25 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2022 (6% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2022.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2000 LDV Cub
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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62.4%
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded
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52.5%
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
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51.9%
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded
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50.3%
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
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47.5%
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded
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46.3%
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded
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41.9%
Brake pipe slightly corroded
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37.4%
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2000. Counts include advisories and failures.
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