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P97 LTF

1997 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,912 mi
Last recorded88,912 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP97 LTF
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 88,912 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 5 May 2015 73,204 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 5 May 2015 73,204 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 37,493 miles

damage to swept area of windscreen but not in my view

Pass 11 Apr 2013 23,246 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2012 21,678 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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P97 LTF is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P97 LTF, 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 P97 LTF registered?

P97 LTF is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P97 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P97 LTF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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