LDV Cub (2002)
2002 LDV Cub
CarHunch analysed 411 real MOT records for the 2002 LDV Cub. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2002 LDV CUB is a notably unreliable proposition, with a first-time MOT pass rate of just 67.2%—well below the UK average of 80%—and a concerning 33.8% of vehicles having experienced dangerous defects at some point. This is a van that demands thorough pre-purchase inspection and realistic expectations about repair costs.
At just under 82,000 miles on average, these Cubs haven't covered excessive ground for their age, yet they're racking up an average of 4.64 failures and 19.2 advisories per test, suggesting inherent durability issues rather than high mileage wear. Before buying one, get a full mechanical inspection by someone familiar with LDV vans, and budget generously for brake, suspension, and structural work—this isn't a cheap-to-own classic.
What to check before buying a 2002 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.
- ⚠️ 33.8% 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%) | 410 | 67.2% | 4.65 |
| Petrol (0%) | 1 | 69.2% | 4 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 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 2002 LDV Cub vehicles fall between 57,809 and 99,029 miles.
2002 LDV Cub — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 14 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (6% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2002 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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71%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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67.9%
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded
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67.2%
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded
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55.4%
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
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54%
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded
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53.7%
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded
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51.9%
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
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46.1%
Brake pipe slightly corroded
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002. Counts include advisories and failures.
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