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R774 VKK

1997 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

106,621 mi
Last recorded106,621 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR774 VKK
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 106,621 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 106,621 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 102,074 miles

Nearside front tyre is low 3mm and has more wear on inner edges

Nearside rear lower arm bush has play

Stone chip on front windscreen

Pass 17 Jul 2015 98,855 miles

osf tyre getting low on edges

Pass 11 Jul 2014 93,798 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 89,687 miles

Nearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 87,339 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 82,662 miles

both n/s tyres starting to perish and wearing on inner edge

slight play in o/s/r outer contol arm bush

small stone chip on front windscreen

Fail 18 Jul 2011 82,662 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both n/s tyres starting to perish and wearing on inner edge

slight play in o/s/r outer contol arm bush

small stone chip on front windscreen

Pass 30 Jul 2010 78,187 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 73,730 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 68,743 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 61,462 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 55,987 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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R774 VKK is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R774 VKK, 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 R774 VKK registered?

R774 VKK is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R774 VKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R774 VKK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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