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P777 MLS

1997 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

76,874 mi
Last recorded76,874 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP777 MLS
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 76,874 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2021 76,427 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 75,123 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 72,358 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 69,440 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jun 2015 69,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2014 67,293 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 67,293 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 64,245 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 62,201 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 60,444 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 60,383 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 57,877 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 55,298 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Jun 2009 55,298 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 52,913 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 49,379 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 46,397 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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P777 MLS is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 P777 MLS, 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 P777 MLS registered?

P777 MLS is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is P777 MLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P777 MLS shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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