2005 LDV Convoy — MOT failures & pass rate
666 MOT tests on the 2005 LDV Convoy are in this dataset, and 62.9% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (27.6% fail rate), the 2005 Convoy comes out 9.5pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 26.6% of all tests — 7.4 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, integral vehicle structure condition and service brake performance — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 88 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 40.5% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 36.1% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 42.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 26.6% | 177 |
| 2 | Brakes | 19.2% | 128 |
| 3 | Suspension | 14.1% | 94 |
| 4 | Visibility | 12.5% | 83 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.3% | 82 |
| 6 | Steering | 9.6% | 64 |
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 | 88 |
| 2 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 80 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 79 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 58 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 57 |
| 6 | Wipers | 54 |
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 | 42.2% | 281 |
| 2 | Suspension | 32.1% | 214 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.9% | 186 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 25.7% | 171 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 21.0% | 140 |
| 6 | Steering | 17.9% | 119 |
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 | 37 | 40.5% |
| 30-60k | 190 | 34.7% |
| 60-90k | 220 | 36.4% |
| 90-120k | 130 | 41.5% |
| 120-150k | 53 | 35.9% |
| 150k+ | 36 | 36.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 172 | 38.4% |
| 2022 | 166 | 38.6% |
| 2023 | 130 | 35.4% |
| 2024 | 107 | 34.6% |
| 2025 | 91 | 37.4% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Convoy
On a 2005 Convoy, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 26.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (26.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (19.2% 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 (14.1% 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 2005 LDV Convoys pass their MOT?
62.9% of the 666 2005 LDV Convoy MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 37.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 LDV Convoy?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 26.6% of tests, followed by brakes (19.2%).
Does the 2005 Convoy get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 40.5% in the 0-30k band to 36.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 666 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.