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A13 PJL

1997 Lexus LS400

Green Lpg 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,920 mi
Last recorded96,920 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 PJL
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2025 96,920 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 91,580 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 86,176 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 79,507 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 78,873 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 78,737 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 77,468 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 75,231 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 73,478 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 71,282 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 70,239 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 68,456 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 67,400 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 66,028 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 63,850 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 61,296 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 56,814 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 52,446 miles

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

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Apr 2007 47,095 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 May 2006 42,244 miles

o/s/r ,n/s/f and o/s/f tyres wearing on inner egdes

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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A13 PJL is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 A13 PJL, 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 A13 PJL registered?

A13 PJL is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is A13 PJL safe to buy?

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