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N543 YAN

1996 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

254,805 mi
Last recorded254,805 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 1996 Lexus LS400126,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN543 YAN
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 254,805 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

brake warning lights on dash

n/s/r exhaust silencer shield insecure

Pass 5 Feb 2015 251,786 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 251,786 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake warning light on dash

Pass 19 Feb 2014 247,468 miles

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

Offside Rear 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)

brake warng light not going out

engine oil leak from pressure switch

Fail 13 Mar 2013 243,594 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

brake warning light on on dash

headlamp washers not working

Pass 13 Mar 2013 243,594 miles

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

brake warning light on on dash

headlamp washers not working

Pass 7 Apr 2012 240,036 miles

brake warning lamp on

Fail 26 Mar 2012 239,855 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 234,704 miles

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

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

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

offside door mirror tarnished

Fail 29 Mar 2011 234,634 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

offside door mirror tarnished

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 230,141 miles

offside door mirror slightly deteriorated

Fail 15 Mar 2010 229,935 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside door mirror slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Mar 2009 223,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 216,162 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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)

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

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

rear inner brakepads wearing low

unable to inspect front inner brakepads without dismantling

Pass 27 Mar 2007 208,768 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 186,148 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2006 186,148 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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N543 YAN is a 1996 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 N543 YAN, 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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N543 YAN is a 1996 Lexus LS400, first registered on 9 February 1996.

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