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N886 FTR

1996 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

185,057 mi
Last recorded185,057 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Lexus LS400126,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN886 FTR
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 185,057 miles

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

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear subframe corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2024 182,301 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 178,976 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 175,065 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 169,173 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 166,303 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 160,751 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 154,415 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 148,742 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 142,365 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 135,136 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 125,360 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 119,842 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 114,784 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 114,838 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 9 Feb 2009 112,090 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 18 Feb 2008 108,957 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 99,836 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 88,362 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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N886 FTR is a 1996 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 N886 FTR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N886 FTR registered?

N886 FTR is a 1996 Lexus LS400, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N886 FTR safe to buy?

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