2000 LDV Convoy — MOT failures & pass rate
358 MOT tests on the 2000 LDV Convoy are in this dataset, and 62.8% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (26.8% fail rate), the 2000 Convoy comes out 10.4pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 27.7% of tests against 20.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, headlamp aim and service brake performance — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 85 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 32.9% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 40.0% once past 120-150k.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 36.0% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 37.4% in 2021 to 33.3% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 27.7% | 99 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.9% | 75 |
| 3 | Suspension | 19.0% | 68 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.3% | 62 |
| 5 | Visibility | 12.0% | 43 |
| 6 | Steering | 8.9% | 32 |
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 | 85 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 50 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 49 |
| 4 | Service brake imbalance | 37 |
| 5 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 36 |
| 6 | Prescribed areas | 31 |
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 | 36.0% | 129 |
| 2 | Suspension | 35.5% | 127 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 27.7% | 99 |
| 4 | Tyres | 24.0% | 86 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 22.4% | 80 |
| 6 | Steering | 16.8% | 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 | 82 | 32.9% |
| 60-90k | 132 | 34.1% |
| 90-120k | 70 | 42.9% |
| 120-150k | 30 | 40.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 99 | 37.4% |
| 2022 | 92 | 35.9% |
| 2023 | 74 | 37.8% |
| 2024 | 60 | 40.0% |
| 2025 | 33 | 33.3% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Convoy
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 27.7% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (27.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (20.9% 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.
- Suspension (19.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
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 2000 LDV Convoys pass their MOT?
62.8% of the 358 2000 LDV Convoy MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 37.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 LDV Convoy?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 27.7% of tests, followed by brakes (20.9%).
Does the 2000 Convoy get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 32.9% in the 30-60k band to 40.0% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 358 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.