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hi looking at a wee van

ldv maxus 2.5t 95 swb

will this tow my bailey pageant series 5 bordeaux

looking for quick reply thanks

Would not have thought it a problem as long as it hasn't been thrashed. LDV's were not the best vans around and tend to be a bit lower geared.

Is it a van or a minibus. Would not be a great combo if a minibus once loaded but adequate enough (if you know what I mean). You won't be 1st to the top of the hill.

Just a note

If its a panel van some sites will class it a commercial vehicle and will not allow you on site with it, if its a minibus (ie more than an 8 seater) you should have a MIDAS certificate( Competency test for driving a minibus up to 3.5 tonnes)

Just a note

If its a panel van some sites will class it a commercial vehicle and will not allow you on site with it, if its a minibus (ie more than an 8 seater) you should have a MIDAS certificate( Competency test for driving a minibus up to 3.5 tonnes)

Is the MIDAS Certificate only for 'hire or reward' minibus driving? If so, if PLG would not be required.

Also, per 1997 licence holders I thought were exempt from this.

mass running order 1150kg

laden mass 1366kg this is caravan

the van is 2007 ldv maxus 2.5 cdi 95 bhp short wheel base

payload 1074

kerb 1726

tow limit 2000

vehicle weight 2800

thanks

sorry meant to say it is a van but we are going to put rear windows in

we have been driving 20 years

thanks for that

so you think it will be powerful enough as it cdi not turbo and 95 bhp

all advice greatly appreciated thanks

Quote: Originally posted by adcdjd on 01/2/2013

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.....so you think it will be powerful enough as it cdi not turbo and 95 bhp

all advice greatly appreciated thanks

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Is the MiDAS Certificate only for 'hire or reward' minibus driving? If so, if PLG would not be required.

MiDAS certificate is required when not driving for hire or reward, Must have part D1 on licence to drive for hire or reward and can only drive minibuses up to 3.5 tonnes MAM (4.25 tonnes if wheelchair accessible)