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P524 SPU

1997 Lexus LS400

Bronze Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,787 mi
Last recorded132,787 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2013
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP524 SPU
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2013 132,787 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 130,821 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jul 2012 130,821 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 124,035 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 117,545 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 108,042 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 97,097 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 89,675 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 81,426 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 81,426 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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P524 SPU is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Bronze with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P524 SPU, 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 P524 SPU registered?

P524 SPU is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 10 March 1997.

Is P524 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P524 SPU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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