LDV Convoy MOT pass rate & common failures
5,128 MOT tests on the LDV Convoy (1993–2012) give it a 66.3% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 27.0% of the time, so this is 6.7pp worse than the group it competes with. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, brakes and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 23.8% of tests against 17.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, service brake performance and headlamp aim — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 710 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 27.6% in the 0-30k band and 31.9% in the 150k+ band, a 4.3-point spread.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 41.0% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
By model year
Every Convoy model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 42 | 78.6% | 21.4% | Lighting & signalling |
| 1997 | 267 | 70.4% | 29.6% | Lighting & signalling |
| 1998 | 325 | 66.1% | 33.9% | Brakes |
| 1999 | 327 | 69.1% | 30.9% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2000 | 358 | 62.8% | 37.1% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2001 | 807 | 66.8% | 33.2% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2002 | 794 | 65.2% | 34.8% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2003 | 588 | 66.7% | 33.3% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2004 | 550 | 66.9% | 33.1% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2005 | 666 | 62.9% | 37.1% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2006 | 277 | 71.5% | 28.5% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2007 | 31 | 61.3% | 38.7% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 23.8% | 1,222 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.9% | 920 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.3% | 681 |
| 4 | Suspension | 13.0% | 667 |
| 5 | Visibility | 10.1% | 518 |
| 6 | Steering | 7.3% | 373 |
| 7 | Tyres | 6.4% | 327 |
| 8 | Seat belts & restraints | 5.1% | 259 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 710 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 536 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 502 |
| 4 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 495 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 381 |
| 6 | Service brake imbalance | 375 |
| 7 | Prescribed areas | 368 |
| 8 | Wipers | 320 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 41.0% | 2,102 |
| 2 | Suspension | 35.6% | 1,827 |
| 3 | Tyres | 25.1% | 1,285 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 22.7% | 1,164 |
| 5 | Steering | 21.2% | 1,085 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 20.7% | 1,061 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 199 | 27.6% |
| 30-60k | 1,127 | 31.5% |
| 60-90k | 1,759 | 33.5% |
| 90-120k | 1,090 | 37.1% |
| 120-150k | 589 | 34.6% |
| 150k+ | 354 | 31.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 5,066 | 33.7% |
| Petrol | 62 | 30.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,371 | 35.0% |
| 2022 | 1,200 | 34.1% |
| 2023 | 987 | 32.8% |
| 2024 | 852 | 31.9% |
| 2025 | 718 | 33.6% |
What to check before buying a LDV Convoy
- Lighting & signalling (23.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (17.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Body, structure & corrosion (13.3% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the LDV Convoy?
66.3% of the 5,128 LDV Convoy MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 33.7% fail rate, across model years 1993–2012.
What does the LDV Convoy most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 23.8% of tests, then brakes (17.9%).
How much does mileage affect Convoy MOT results?
Fail rates run at 27.6% for cars in the 0-30k band and 31.9% for 150k+, a 4.3-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,128 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.