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N951 MGN

1996 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

180,232 mi
Last recorded180,232 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 1996 Lexus LS400126,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN951 MGN
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 180,232 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 176,489 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 172,193 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 172,193 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking metal pipe in front of radiator (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 169,145 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 165,244 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 161,517 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 157,602 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 152,464 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 148,663 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 144,044 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 139,756 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 135,335 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 135,335 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2005 129,308 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2005 129,308 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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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N951 MGN is a 1996 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 N951 MGN, 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 N951 MGN registered?

N951 MGN is a 1996 Lexus LS400, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N951 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N951 MGN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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