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N276 PWL

1996 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

87,917 mi
Last recorded87,917 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1996 Lexus LS400126,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN276 PWL
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2021 87,917 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 85,409 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 84,710 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 83,127 miles

Minor engine oil leak

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 78,188 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 75,814 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 74,493 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 73,484 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 23,444 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 71,293 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 69,485 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 66,953 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 64,060 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 61,074 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 58,919 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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N276 PWL is a 1996 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 126,952 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N276 PWL, 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 30 years old, this Lexus LS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N276 PWL registered?

N276 PWL is a 1996 Lexus LS400, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N276 PWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N276 PWL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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