LDV Maxus (2009)
2009 LDV Maxus
CarHunch analysed 850 real MOT records for the 2009 LDV Maxus. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2009 LDV Maxus struggles with reliability, posting a 70% first-time MOT pass rate against the UK average of 80%—and worryingly, 44.2% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point, well above typical thresholds. This is a commercial van that demands serious scrutiny before purchase.
These Maxuses show high average mileage (132,937 miles on average) for their age, yet still accumulate 4.31 failures and 23.1 advisories per test, pointing to systemic wear and maintenance issues rather than just age-related fatigue. If you're considering one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on braking, suspension, and engine condition—the advisory count suggests deferred maintenance is endemic to the model.
What to check before buying a 2009 LDV Maxus
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.
- ⚠️ 44.2% 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%) | 848 | 70% | 4.32 |
| Petrol (0%) | 2 | 82.6% | 1.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 LDV Maxus 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 2009 LDV Maxus vehicles fall between 65,961 and 143,684 miles.
2009 LDV Maxus — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 251 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (33% 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 — 2009 LDV Maxus
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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54.8%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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49.7%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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44.7%
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play
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42.3%
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play
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41.8%
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel
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39.7%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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36.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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34.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009. Counts include advisories and failures.
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