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J8 KLR

1997 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

140,457 mi
Last recorded140,457 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 KLR
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 140,457 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 134,928 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 131,888 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Jun 2011 130,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 130,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 127,368 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 15 Jun 2009 123,215 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 123,215 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 119,968 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 115,834 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 111,822 miles

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

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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J8 KLR is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J8 KLR, 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 J8 KLR registered?

J8 KLR is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is J8 KLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 KLR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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