Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwb
VanFrom 206 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, service brake efficiency below minimum requirement, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame and spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. The top issue, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, caused 19 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 19 |
| service brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 16 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 15 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 13 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 12 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 11 |
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. | 10 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 8 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated | 7 |
| a brake hose ferrule excessively corroded | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 28.8% of Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwb failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 35.6% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £184.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 59.5% | vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
Typical mileage
Half of all Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwbs tested had between 90,106 and 147,285 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 110,307 median miles, the Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwb has 0.035 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ldv models
| Ldv Maxus | 63% |
| Ldv V80 | 72.3% |
| Ldv Convoy | 62.8% |
Common questions
What is the Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwb MOT pass rate?
The Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwb has a 61.7% MOT pass rate based on 206 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwb?
The most common MOT failure on the Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwb is vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, which caused 19 failures. Other common issues include service brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
What is the typical mileage of a Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwb at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwb is 110,307 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 90,106 and 147,285 miles.
Buying a used Maxus 3.5 Cdi 95 Lwb?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 61.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £184 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 28.8% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.