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YIL 2349

1997 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

197,652 mi
Last recorded197,652 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIL 2349
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 197,652 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 195,052 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 May 2013 191,905 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 191,904 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Unable to cheack head light aim (dipped beam not working)

bonnet lifter not holding bonnet in open position

braks pad warning indicator is on

wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 19 Dec 2011 186,426 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 109,139 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 109,139 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 177,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 177,346 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 173,850 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 171,414 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 163,304 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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YIL 2349 is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YIL 2349, 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 YIL 2349 registered?

YIL 2349 is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 4 March 1997.

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