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R52 FFG

1997 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,551 mi
Last recorded112,551 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 FFG
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2016 112,551 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 99,487 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slight cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slight cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 91,790 miles

minor damage to n/s/f bumper&front wing area

Pass 2 Sep 2013 86,794 miles

Both front lower suspension arm ball joint gaiters weaping grease

Both front track rod end gaiters deteriorating

Nearside front bumper area has damage

Nearside front washer jet requires adjustment

Parking brake requires adjustment

STRONG ADVISE - Rear brake pads just on legal limit

Slight oil weap from steering rack plug seal

Unable to fully examine front brake pads

Pass 24 Aug 2012 81,179 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 75,497 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 70,751 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 69,437 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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R52 FFG is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R52 FFG, 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 R52 FFG registered?

R52 FFG is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R52 FFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 FFG shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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