2004 LDV Convoy 2.4L Diesel · LJ54 AOU

In the October 2023 test at 44,554 miles the vehicle failed with headlamp aim too high on both sides, ineffective windscreen wipers, significant corrosion of the offside front integral body structure in the inner wheel arch and door‑step area, excessively worn nearside front lower shock absorber bushes, excessive play in the offside track‑rod end ball joint, damaged dust covers, slight wear on front king‑pin pins/bushes, a power‑steering box seepage, and fluctuating front and rear service brakes. The pattern of failures since 2015 shows a progressive deterioration rather than improvement, with corrosion, suspension wear and steering component faults recurring and often escalating. The most recent MOT is over two years old, leaving a substantial gap with no recent roadworthiness verification. The mileage record indicates a low annual usage of roughly 2,000 miles per year, which is modest for a 22‑year‑old vehicle. Between the September 2022 test at 42,818 miles and the October 2023 failure the odometer advanced only 1,736 miles, suggesting the car has been stored or lightly driven for extended periods. The data becomes sparse after 2023, with no further MOT entries up to the present date, limiting insight into any recent maintenance interventions. A prospective buyer should inspect the offside front integral body structure for corrosion around the wheel arch and door step, check the shock absorber bushes for excessive wear, examine the track‑rod end ball joints and their dust covers for play or damage, and test the steering rack for play. The power‑steering box should be examined for oil seepage, while the front and rear brake discs and pads need close scrutiny for scoring and fluctuation. Headlamp aim and windscreen wiper operation must be verified, and any oil leaks from the gearbox or steering box should be investigated. Finally, the tyre condition, especially the rear outer tyres, and the condition of the registration plate lamp and exhaust system are essential to confirm before purchase.