Ldv V80
VanFrom 3,403 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer V80s fare better: 2021 models pass at 88.5% vs 66.8% for 2018.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement and engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 221 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 221 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 129 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 103 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 95 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 90 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 85 |
| warning device shows system malfunction | 80 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 74 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 62 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 59 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 29.5% of V80 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £71.
The warranty question
A 3-year-old V80 passes its MOT 74.2% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 61.6%, a 12.6 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out.
Fuel type matters
Electric versions pass at 86.6% while Diesel versions pass at 68.6%, a 18 percentage point gap.
Ldv V80 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 83 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 8 newly registered, a net loss of 75. At this rate, roughly 36.1 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 2,166 | 290 | +0 | -0 | +7 |
| 2025 Q2 | 2,181 | 268 | +0 | -32 | -32 |
| 2025 Q1 | 2,212 | 269 | +8 | -5 | +3 |
| 2024 Q4 | 2,226 | 252 | +0 | -46 | -46 |
| 2024 Q3 | 2,366 | 158 | +9 | -24 | -15 |
| 2024 Q2 | 2,401 | 138 | +0 | -0 | +4 |
| 2024 Q1 | 2,404 | 131 | +0 | -26 | -26 |
| 2023 Q4 | 2,436 | 125 | +2 | -7 | -5 |
7 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| V80 L2H1 C/C Td | Diesel | 856 | 40% |
| V80 E819 Bev | Battery Electric | 466 | 22% |
| V80 L2H3 P/V Td | Diesel | 263 | 12% |
| V80 L1H1 P/V Td | Diesel | 201 | 9% |
| V80 L2H2 P/V Td | Diesel | 135 | 6% |
| V80 B110 Td | Diesel | 127 | 6% |
| V80 9100 Td | Diesel | 74 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88.5% | parking brake inoperative on one side, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2020 | 74.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2019 | 73.4% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2018 | 66.8% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
2 earlier years
| 2017 | 69.8% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2016 | 61.6% | vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
Typical mileage
Half of all V80s tested had between 27,314 and 78,554 miles on the clock.
At 42,830 median miles, the V80 has 0.065 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ldv models
| Ldv Maxus | 63% |
| Ldv Convoy | 62.8% |
Common questions
What is the Ldv V80 MOT pass rate?
The Ldv V80 has a 72.3% MOT pass rate based on 3,403 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ldv V80?
The most common MOT failure on the Ldv V80 is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 221 failures. Other common issues include parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
How many Ldv V80s are on UK roads?
There are 2,166 Ldv V80s currently licensed on UK roads, with 290 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Ldv V80 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ldv V80 is 42,830 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 27,314 and 78,554 miles.
Buying a used V80?
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 72.3% pass rate and an average repair bill of £71 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.