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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the LDV CUB. Check any CUB by registration number below.

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62.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.6%

vs LDV Avg

4

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

LDV CUB — MOT Reliability Overview

The LDV CUB has an average MOT pass rate of 62.7%, which is 2.6 percentage points below the LDV brand average of 65.3%. This suggests the CUB can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a LDV CUB fails its MOT are 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. If you are preparing your CUB for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used LDV CUB, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the LDV CUB performs at MOT across different model years.

2002

Based on 40 vehicles

55.0%Below Average
LDV average: 65.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

25.0%

2001

Based on 71 vehicles

66.2%Average
LDV average: 65.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

15.4%

2000

Based on 45 vehicles

62.2%Below Average
LDV average: 65.3%
Dangerous Defects

9.1%

Retest Rate

22.7%

0

Based on 114 vehicles

67.5%Average
LDV average: 65.3%
Mileage at 5yr

89k mi

Top MOT Failures — LDV CUB

The most common reasons a LDV CUB fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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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

39.6%
LDV CUB Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

27.5%

Rear Nearside

20.0%

Front Offside

12.5%

Other LDV Models

Compare MOT reliability across LDV models.

LDV 400 Convoy Td Lwb

43.1% pass rate

LDV 400 Convoy D Lwb

44.9% pass rate

LDV V80

72.2% pass rate

LDV Maxus

63.8% pass rate

LDV 400 Convoy D Swb

68.3% pass rate

LDV Maxus 3.2 Cdi 95 Lwb

66.7% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for LDV CUB

LDV CUB — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the LDV CUB MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the LDV CUB?
The average MOT pass rate for the LDV CUB is 62.7% compared to the LDV average of 65.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a LDV CUB?
The most common MOT failures on the LDV CUB are: 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 (39.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the LDV CUB reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 62.7%, the LDV CUB is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a LDV CUB?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a LDV CUB?
Typical mileage for the LDV CUB: 88,724 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used CUB to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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