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R742 EUF

1997 Lexus LS400

Black Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,939 mi
Last recorded74,939 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR742 EUF
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 2 Jan 2020 74,939 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 71,531 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 67,248 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 66,829 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 66,572 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 65,210 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 64,396 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 60,911 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES INNER EDGE S WORN

Pass 7 Sep 2011 57,735 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 54,871 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 51,502 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 48,846 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 44,258 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 38,800 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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R742 EUF is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Black with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 R742 EUF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R742 EUF registered?

R742 EUF is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R742 EUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R742 EUF shows 14 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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