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P55 TOM

1997 Lexus LS400

Black Petrol 3962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

79,352 mi
Last recorded79,352 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP55 TOM
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,962cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 79,352 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 78,146 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 77,402 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 76,076 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 74,123 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 72,028 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 71,025 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 70,700 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 69,926 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 68,622 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 66,563 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 65,002 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 61,912 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 59,839 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 57,984 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 56,460 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 54,056 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 50,801 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 45,276 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 45,276 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 41,748 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 37,803 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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P55 TOM is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Black with a 3,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P55 TOM, 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 P55 TOM registered?

P55 TOM is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 10 March 1997.

Is P55 TOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P55 TOM shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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