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P827 YAP

1997 Lexus LS400

Black Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,683 mi
Last recorded132,683 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP827 YAP
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 132,683 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 126,247 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 119,716 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 113,274 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 113,274 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 106,368 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 100,039 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 93,619 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 87,179 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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P827 YAP is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Black with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P827 YAP, 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 P827 YAP registered?

P827 YAP is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is P827 YAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P827 YAP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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