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N47 RNR

1996 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

229,686 mi
Last recorded229,686 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2011
Typical for 1996 Lexus LS400126,952 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN47 RNR
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2011 229,686 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 220,034 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 208,786 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 198,913 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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N47 RNR is a 1996 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N47 RNR, 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 N47 RNR registered?

N47 RNR is a 1996 Lexus LS400, first registered on 21 February 1996.

Is N47 RNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N47 RNR shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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