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K517 SLY

1993 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1993 Lexus LS400122,703 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK517 SLY
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2014
Fail 18 Sep 2014

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 121,829 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2012
Fail 27 Jun 2012 119,554 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 118,858 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 118,858 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2010 117,996 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 115,058 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 112,946 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 110,452 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 106,944 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 106,944 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2005 101,166 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus LS400?

Based on 81,011 MOT tests across 7,294 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
4,216
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
7,294
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,048
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,988
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,960
position lamp(s) not working 1,626
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,535
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K517 SLY is a 1993 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 122,703 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus LS400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,048 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K517 SLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus LS400 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Lexus LS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K517 SLY registered?

K517 SLY is a 1993 Lexus LS400, first registered on 26 January 1993.

Is K517 SLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K517 SLY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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