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P510 THW

1997 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,993 mi
Last recorded117,993 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP510 THW
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 117,993 miles

All tyres starting to perish through tread.

Surface corrosion to steering and suspension components.

Fail 20 Aug 2014 117,993 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

All tyres starting to perish through tread.

Surface corrosion to steering and suspension components.

Pass 21 Aug 2013 115,106 miles

surface corrosion to under side of car

Pass 31 Jul 2012 112,418 miles

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

very slight play at n/s/r wheel

Fail 31 Jul 2012 112,418 miles

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

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

very slight play at n/s/r wheel

Pass 26 Aug 2011 108,695 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 101,233 miles

rear chassis sureface rusty frame rusty

Pass 30 Jan 2009 96,802 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 93,152 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 93,152 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 88,073 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 80,140 miles

Nearside 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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P510 THW is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P510 THW, 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.

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What year was P510 THW registered?

P510 THW is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is P510 THW safe to buy?

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