2007 LDV Maxus — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2007 LDV Maxus passed 70.2% of its 5,646 recorded MOT tests. All cars of a similar age fail 26.9% of the time, so this is 2.9pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (18.6%) and brakes (18.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rigid brake pipes, service brake performance and position lamp — rigid brake pipes alone was recorded 688 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 28.2% in the 0-30k band and 32.5% in the 150k+ band, a 4.3-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 48.1% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.6% | 1,049 |
| 2 | Brakes | 18.3% | 1,032 |
| 3 | Suspension | 11.3% | 637 |
| 4 | Visibility | 8.4% | 476 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.2% | 464 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.0% | 227 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rigid brake pipes | 688 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 504 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 419 |
| 4 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 417 |
| 5 | Service brake imbalance | 289 |
| 6 | Wipers | 267 |
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 | 48.1% | 2,717 |
| 2 | Suspension | 30.9% | 1,742 |
| 3 | Tyres | 21.9% | 1,238 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 17.4% | 980 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 16.2% | 913 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.7% | 832 |
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 | 461 | 28.2% |
| 30-60k | 450 | 24.9% |
| 60-90k | 963 | 28.3% |
| 90-120k | 1,165 | 30.3% |
| 120-150k | 672 | 27.8% |
| 150k+ | 1,773 | 32.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,342 | 30.5% |
| 2022 | 1,284 | 29.5% |
| 2023 | 1,117 | 29.7% |
| 2024 | 1,028 | 29.9% |
| 2025 | 875 | 29.1% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Maxus
On a 2007 Maxus, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 18.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (18.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (18.3% 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 (11.3% 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 2007 LDV Maxuss pass their MOT?
70.2% of the 5,646 2007 LDV Maxus MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 LDV Maxus?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.6% of tests, followed by brakes (18.3%).
Does the 2007 Maxus get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 28.2% in the 0-30k band to 32.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,646 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.