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R86 TBL

1997 Lexus LS400

Silver Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,271 mi
Last recorded149,271 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR86 TBL
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2007 149,271 miles

front tyre wear edges

Fail 8 Nov 2007 149,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front tyre wear edges

Pass 4 Dec 2006 133,520 miles

Front "Tie Bar" bushes split

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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R86 TBL is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Silver with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R86 TBL, 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 R86 TBL registered?

R86 TBL is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R86 TBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R86 TBL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R86 TBL have outstanding finance?

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