Ldv Maxus 3.5T 120 Lwb
VanFrom 213 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, caused 30 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 30 |
| body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point | 12 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 11 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 9 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 9 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 8 |
| 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 | 8 |
| a battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier | 8 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 7 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 15.6% of Maxus 3.5T 120 Lwb failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 50.5% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £135.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 75.2% | brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Maxus 3.5T 120 Lwbs tested had between 77,790 and 162,743 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 104,210 median miles, the Maxus 3.5T 120 Lwb has 0.029 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 3.5T 120 Lwb MOT pass rate?
The Ldv Maxus 3.5T 120 Lwb has a 70% MOT pass rate based on 213 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ldv Maxus 3.5T 120 Lwb?
The most common MOT failure on the Ldv Maxus 3.5T 120 Lwb is brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, which caused 30 failures. Other common issues include body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point.
What is the typical mileage of a Ldv Maxus 3.5T 120 Lwb at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ldv Maxus 3.5T 120 Lwb is 104,210 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 77,790 and 162,743 miles.
Buying a used Maxus 3.5T 120 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 70% pass rate and an average repair bill of £135 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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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.