1999 LDV Convoy — MOT failures & pass rate
327 MOT tests on the 1999 LDV Convoy are in this dataset, and 69.1% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (26.2% fail rate), the 1999 Convoy comes out 4.7pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 22.3% of tests against 15.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, headlamp aim and integral vehicle structure condition — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 45 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 27.1% in the 30-60k band and 33.9% in the 90-120k band, a 6.8-point spread.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 36.7% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 22.3% | 73 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.9% | 52 |
| 3 | Brakes | 14.1% | 46 |
| 4 | Suspension | 13.2% | 43 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.6% | 28 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.9% | 16 |
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 | 45 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 39 |
| 3 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 29 |
| 4 | Prescribed areas | 29 |
| 5 | Chassis condition | 24 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 23 |
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 | 36.7% | 120 |
| 2 | Suspension | 36.1% | 118 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 24.5% | 80 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 19.6% | 64 |
| 5 | Steering | 18.6% | 61 |
| 6 | Tyres | 18.4% | 60 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 85 | 27.1% |
| 60-90k | 125 | 33.6% |
| 90-120k | 65 | 33.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 83 | 32.5% |
| 2022 | 81 | 33.3% |
| 2023 | 66 | 30.3% |
| 2024 | 52 | 25.0% |
| 2025 | 45 | 31.1% |
What to check before buying a 1999 Convoy
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 22.3% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (22.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (15.9% 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+.
- Brakes (14.1% 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.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 1999 LDV Convoys pass their MOT?
69.1% of the 327 1999 LDV Convoy MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1999 LDV Convoy?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 22.3% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (15.9%).
Does the 1999 Convoy get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 27.1% in the 30-60k band to 33.9% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 327 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.