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P254 APG

1996 Lexus LS400

White Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

259,898 mi
Last recorded259,898 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Lexus LS400126,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP254 APG
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 259,898 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 259,795 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 256,025 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 250,007 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 250,007 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 243,255 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 238,137 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 232,748 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 224,298 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 216,199 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 208,387 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 198,298 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 186,341 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 175,818 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 164,750 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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P254 APG is a 1996 Lexus LS400 in White with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P254 APG, 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 P254 APG registered?

P254 APG is a 1996 Lexus LS400, first registered on 12 September 1996.

Is P254 APG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P254 APG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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