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N374 SPG

1996 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

175,515 mi
Last recorded175,515 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Lexus LS400126,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN374 SPG
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2016 175,515 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 175,481 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 171,562 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion started in rear fuel pipes

light wiper scratching across windscreen

steering and suspension components corroded

Fail 4 Mar 2014 171,561 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion started in rear fuel pipes

light wiper scratching across windscreen

steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2013 170,689 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

light wiper scratching across windscreen

offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge of tread

steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2011 168,184 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front tyre worn off smooth on inner edge of tread

steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2010 163,006 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion started in rear brake pipework

nearside front tyre worn off smooth on inner edge of tread

Pass 26 Feb 2009 160,644 miles

brake pad wear warning on (pad thickness ok}

Pass 11 Mar 2008 156,199 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

light wiper scratching across windscreen

nearside front tyre worn off smooth on inner edge

Fail 10 Mar 2008 156,197 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

light wiper scratching across windscreen

nearside front tyre worn off smooth on inner edge

Pass 13 Mar 2007 151,285 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 151,285 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front tyres wearing off on inside tread

light wiper scratching across windscreen

nearside rear tyre worn close to limit and bald on inside edge

offside rear tyre worn almost to limit and bald on inner and outer edges

Pass 3 Feb 2006 146,964 miles

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

front registration plate deteriorating

slight play/wear in both sides rear hub to track bar rose joints

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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N374 SPG is a 1996 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N374 SPG, 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 N374 SPG registered?

N374 SPG is a 1996 Lexus LS400, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N374 SPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N374 SPG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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