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X381 BBV

2001 Lexus LS400

Silver Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

177,509 mi
Last recorded177,509 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS400121,050 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX381 BBV
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2014 177,509 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 157,130 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 148,925 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 140,977 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 140,977 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 134,827 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 119,316 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Dec 2007 109,452 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 102,050 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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X381 BBV is a 2001 Lexus LS400 in Silver with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 121,050 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 X381 BBV, 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 25 years old, this Lexus LS400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X381 BBV registered?

X381 BBV is a 2001 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X381 BBV safe to buy?

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