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P311 UUS

1997 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

168,212 mi
Last recorded168,212 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP311 UUS
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 168,212 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 163,295 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 31 Jan 2014 163,295 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 157,554 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 152,558 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 147,574 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 142,474 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 137,304 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 133,039 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 133,039 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 127,640 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 123,142 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2006 123,142 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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P311 UUS is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 122,973 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 P311 UUS, 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 29 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 P311 UUS registered?

P311 UUS is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P311 UUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P311 UUS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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