LDV Pilot MOT Check

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

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66.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.4%

vs LDV Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

LDV Pilot — MOT Reliability Overview

The LDV Pilot has an average MOT pass rate of 66.7%, which is 1.4 percentage points above the LDV brand average of 65.3%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Pilot on the road.

The most common reasons a LDV Pilot fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, 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, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded. If you are preparing your Pilot 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 Pilot, 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 Pilot performs at MOT across different model years.

2006

Based on 51 vehicles

51.0%Below Average

LDV average: 65.3%

Dangerous Defects

13.8%

Retest Rate

24.1%

2003

Based on 70 vehicles

65.7%Average

LDV average: 65.3%

Dangerous Defects

13.5%

Retest Rate

32.4%

2002

Based on 66 vehicles

66.7%Average

LDV average: 65.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

20.6%

2001

Based on 90 vehicles

67.8%Average

LDV average: 65.3%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

22.2%

2000

Based on 51 vehicles

84.3%Good

LDV average: 65.3%

Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

10.3%

1999

Based on 103 vehicles

67.0%Average

LDV average: 65.3%

Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

28.0%

1998

Based on 121 vehicles

72.7%Average

LDV average: 65.3%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

11.8%

1997

Based on 156 vehicles

51.9%Below Average

LDV average: 65.3%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

44.4%

1996

Based on 36 vehicles

69.4%Average

LDV average: 65.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.6%

0

Based on 390 vehicles

70.5%Average

LDV average: 65.3%

Mileage at 5yr

88k mi

Top MOT Failures — LDV Pilot

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

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

13.6%

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

9.8%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

9.0%

LDV Pilot Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

17.6%

Rear Nearside

17.6%

Rear Offside

13.7%

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 Pilot

LDV Pilot — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the LDV Pilot MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the LDV Pilot?

The average MOT pass rate for the LDV Pilot is 66.7% 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 Pilot?

The most common MOT failures on the LDV Pilot are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (13.6%), 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 (9.8%), Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (9.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the LDV Pilot reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 66.7%, the LDV Pilot is rated as "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 Pilot?

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 Pilot?

Typical mileage for the LDV Pilot: 87,825 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Pilot to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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