At a Glance
The Ldv Convoy has 74 identified common problems across 1 generation, with the Convoy (1996-2006) being the most affected generation and brakes the most common problem category. Based on 298K MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read our DVSA MOT data methodology →
Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Ldv Convoy common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Ldv Convoy generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Ldv Convoy MOT Failures
Every reason Ldv Convoy vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 13.51% |
| 2 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 10.71% |
| 3 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 9.38% |
| 4 | Exhaust system fault | 6.79% |
| 5 | Front lamp not working | 6.53% |
| 6 | Stop lamp not working | 4.31% |
| 7 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 4.30% |
| 8 | Brake pads or linings worn | 4.10% |
| 9 | Brake disc or drum worn | 3.84% |
| 10 | Brake performance below minimum | 3.19% |
| 11 | Track rod end worn | 2.70% |
| 12 | Suspension mounting corroded | 2.67% |
| 13 | Windscreen washer not working | 2.62% |
| 14 | Parking brake condition | 2.11% |
| 15 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 2.05% |
| 16 | Number plate lamp not working | 1.90% |
| 17 | Chassis condition | 1.21% |
| 18 | Front suspension fault | 1.11% |
| 19 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 0.89% |
| 20 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 0.87% |
| 21 | Headlamp aim defect | 0.80% |
| 22 | Headlamp fault | 0.74% |
| 23 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.71% |
| 24 | Tyre condition | 0.71% |
| 25 | Position lamp not working | 0.63% |
| 26 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 0.63% |
| 27 | Rear suspension fault | 0.56% |
| 28 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.49% |
| 29 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.44% |
| 30 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.41% |
| 31 | Body corrosion or damage | 0.41% |
| 32 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.41% |
| 33 | Spring mounting corroded | 0.39% |
| 34 | Seat belt condition | 0.38% |
| 35 | Fog lamp not working | 0.37% |
| 36 | Indicator fault | 0.35% |
| 37 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.31% |
| 38 | King pin or swivel pin worn | 0.29% |
| 39 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.28% |
| 40 | Rear lamp not working | 0.26% |
| 41 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.24% |
| 42 | ABS fault | 0.24% |
| 43 | Horn not working | 0.22% |
| 44 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.21% |
| 45 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.19% |
| 46 | Leaf spring broken or corroded | 0.18% |
| 47 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.18% |
| 48 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 0.16% |
| 49 | Front suspension joint worn | 0.15% |
| 50 | Brake caliper fault | 0.13% |
| 51 | Drag link end worn | 0.13% |
| 52 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.11% |
| 53 | Spare wheel fault | 0.09% |
| 54 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | 0.09% |
| 55 | Power steering pump fault | 0.09% |
| 56 | Brake lever fault | 0.09% |
| 57 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.09% |
| 58 | Steering lock fault | 0.09% |
| 59 | Outline marker lamp not working | 0.08% |
| 60 | Steering box fault | 0.08% |
| 61 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.08% |
| 62 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.08% |
| 63 | Propshaft fault | 0.08% |
| 64 | Engine oil leak | 0.07% |
| 65 | Step damaged or insecure | 0.07% |
| 66 | Driveshaft fault | 0.07% |
| 67 | Power steering ram fault | 0.07% |
| 68 | Brake pedal fault | 0.07% |
| 69 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.07% |
| 70 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.07% |
| 71 | Steering column fault | 0.06% |
| 72 | Steering free play excessive | 0.06% |
| 73 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.06% |
| 74 | Suspension unit fault | 0.06% |
| 75 | Steering shaft fault | 0.06% |
| 76 | Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded | 0.06% |
| 77 | Load sensing valve fault | 0.05% |
| 78 | Stub axle worn | 0.05% |
| 79 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.05% |
| 80 | Front passenger door fault | 0.05% |
| 81 | Brake master cylinder or servo mounting fault | 0.05% |
| 82 | Electrical switch fault | 0.05% |
| 83 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.05% |
| 84 | Driver seat fault | 0.05% |
| 85 | Brake fluid leak | 0.04% |
| 86 | Body security fault | 0.04% |
| 87 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.04% |
| 88 | Passenger seat fault | 0.04% |
| 89 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.04% |
| 90 | Driver door fault | 0.04% |
| 91 | Spring saddle corroded | 0.04% |
| 92 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | 0.03% |
| 93 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | 0.03% |
| 94 | Speedometer fault | 0.03% |
| 95 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.03% |
| 96 | Steering damper fault | 0.03% |
| 97 | Exhaust leak | 0.03% |
| 98 | Towbar fault | 0.03% |
| 99 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.03% |
| 100 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.03% |
| 101 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.03% |
| 102 | Brake clevis joint worn | 0.03% |
| 103 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | 0.03% |
| 104 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | 0.03% |
| 105 | Access panel damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 106 | Steering arm worn | 0.02% |
| 107 | Steering operation fault | 0.02% |
| 108 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 0.02% |
| 109 | Vehicle floor corroded | 0.02% |
| 110 | Steering intermediate drop arm worn | 0.02% |
| 111 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 112 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | 0.02% |
| 113 | Leaf spring eye worn or broken | 0.02% |
| 114 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | 0.02% |
| 115 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | 0.02% |
| 116 | Dip switch fault | 0.02% |
| 117 | Bonded suspension condition | 0.02% |
| 118 | Speed limiter fault | 0.02% |
| 119 | Securing bolts missing or insecure | 0.02% |
| 120 | Additional braking device fault | 0.02% |
| 121 | Axle beam corroded or cracked | 0.01% |
| 122 | Brake stationary pin worn | 0.01% |
| 123 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.01% |
| 124 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | 0.01% |
| 125 | Brake valve fault | 0.01% |
| 126 | Axle corroded or damaged | 0.01% |
| 127 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | 0.01% |
| 128 | Steering drive system fault | 0.01% |
| 129 | Brake relay lever fault | <0.01% |
| 130 | Handbrake mechanism or mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 131 | Ball joint dust cover split | <0.01% |
| 132 | Airbag warning light on | <0.01% |
| 133 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 134 | Body strengthening plate corroded | <0.01% |
| 135 | Universal joint worn | <0.01% |
| 136 | Steering rack fault | <0.01% |
| 137 | Steering coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 138 | Main beam warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 139 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 140 | Brake master cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 141 | Loading door damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 142 | Mirror or camera fault | <0.01% |
| 143 | MacPherson strut worn | <0.01% |
| 144 | Handbrake lever fault | <0.01% |
| 145 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 146 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 147 | Dropside damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 148 | Subframe corrosion or damage | <0.01% |
| 149 | Brake linkage mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 150 | Indicator warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 151 | Anchor bracket corroded | <0.01% |
| 152 | Transmission oil leak | <0.01% |
| 153 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 154 | Coil spring broken or corroded | <0.01% |
| 155 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 156 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
| 157 | Halfshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 158 | Hand-operated brake valve condition | <0.01% |
| 159 | Hinged tailboard damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 160 | Semaphore indicator fault | <0.01% |
| 161 | Brake pedal linkage fault | <0.01% |
| 162 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
| 163 | Passenger compartment corrosion | <0.01% |
| 164 | Seat belt pre-tensioner fault | <0.01% |
| 165 | Cab corrosion or damage | <0.01% |
| 166 | Steering lock stop fault | <0.01% |
| 167 | Air suspension levelling valve fault | <0.01% |
| 168 | Exhaust heat shield or sound insulation damaged | <0.01% |
| 169 | Seat belt anchorage fault | <0.01% |
| 170 | Suspension air bellows damaged | <0.01% |
| 171 | Electronic stability control fault | <0.01% |
| 172 | Leaf spring slipper worn | <0.01% |
| 173 | Radius arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 174 | Reversing lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 175 | Seat belt or padding damaged | <0.01% |
| 176 | Suspension coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 177 | Torsion bar worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 178 | Air brake cylinder or actuator fault | <0.01% |
| 179 | Brake slack adjuster fault | <0.01% |
| 180 | Driver airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 181 | Electronic braking system fault | <0.01% |
| 182 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 183 | Hazard warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 184 | Hydraulic suspension accumulator fault | <0.01% |
| 185 | Panhard rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 186 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 187 | Torque or reaction arm worn | <0.01% |
| 188 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 189 | Undertray damaged or missing | <0.01% |
Showing all 189 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Ldv Convoy MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Ldv Convoy, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Ldv Convoy problems?
Based on analysis of 298K Ldv Convoy MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 74 identified common problems across 1 generation. The most frequently flagged issue is "Brake performance below minimum". Brakes is the most common problem category.
Which Ldv Convoy generation has the most problems?
The Ldv Convoy Convoy (1996-2006) (1996–2006) has the highest number of identified common problems (98). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Ldv Convoy?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Ldv Convoy owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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