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P120 RHM

1996 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

283,507 mi
Last recorded283,507 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2011
Typical for 1996 Lexus LS400126,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP120 RHM
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2011 283,507 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 279,702 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 279,702 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Bonnet wont stay up when lifted.

Exhaust system corroded.

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 279,612 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES AND ON 1-6MM

OBSERVED DAMAGE TO N/S/R DOOR AND ARCH

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

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/ AND N/S/R SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES

SOME WEAR ON FRONT BRAKE DISCS

Pass 12 Dec 2007 273,106 miles

slight play in o/s/ and n/s/r suspension tie rod bushes

Pass 18 Dec 2006 266,468 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 266,468 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight play in o/s/r and n/s/r suspension tie rod bushes

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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P120 RHM is a 1996 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P120 RHM, 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 P120 RHM registered?

P120 RHM is a 1996 Lexus LS400, first registered on 6 August 1996.

Is P120 RHM safe to buy?

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