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N636 DDT

1996 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

97,578 mi
Last recorded97,578 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 1996 Lexus LS400126,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN636 DDT
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 97,578 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 97,573 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2014 95,932 miles

nearside downstream lambda sensor damaged

Fail 16 Sep 2014 95,932 miles

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

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

nearside downstream lambda sensor damaged

Fail 11 Sep 2014 95,932 miles

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

nearside downstream lambda sensor damaged

Fail 26 Apr 2013 95,892 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 92,101 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 90,649 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 88,064 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 83,275 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 76,748 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 76,748 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 71,356 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 63,710 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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N636 DDT is a 1996 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 N636 DDT, 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 N636 DDT registered?

N636 DDT is a 1996 Lexus LS400, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is N636 DDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N636 DDT shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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