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LDV 400

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 127 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

61%

Total Tests

127

Model Years

1995 to 1997

Years Covered

3

About the LDV 400

The LDV 400 was MOT tested 127 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (1995 to 1997), with an average pass rate of 61%. That's 21 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list petrol and diesel versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1995) averages 77,967 miles, while the newest (1997) averages 100,834 miles.

Compared to the LDV brand average of 69%, the 400 is 8 points lower, placing it among the less reliable LDV models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Diesel, 2498cc)
£1,676
Road Tax
£375
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,806
Per month£234/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 1997 details

How reliable is the LDV 400?

vs average of all models-21% (82% avg)
vs LDV brand average-8% (69% avg)

LDV 400 by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
199758%36100,834 mi
199657%4662,884 mi
199569%4577,967 mi

Questions about the LDV 400

Is the LDV 400 reliable?

Across its 3 model years in our data (1995 to 1997), the LDV 400 averages a 61% MOT pass rate, from 127 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 21 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

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