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N654 GLT

1996 Lexus LS400

Grey Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

164,199 mi
Last recorded164,199 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2013
Typical for 1996 Lexus LS400126,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN654 GLT
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2013 164,199 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 164,199 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

can not check outer door sills trims fitted

cat exhaust box to centre pipe gasket starting to blow

strong advice n/s/r top wishbone rubber bushies starting to wear

Pass 24 Sep 2012 158,064 miles

exhaust blow starting on n/s cat box joint gasket

rear brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 3 Oct 2011 145,697 miles

can not check outer door sills trims fitted

play starting in n/s/r top ball joint

Pass 4 Oct 2010 136,862 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 136,850 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 133,927 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2010 133,822 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 128,598 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 128,591 miles

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 122,733 miles

Child seat fitted near side rear

Brake pad warning lamp on

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Slight exaust blow near side bank, front pipe joint

Slight play in sear suspension bushes

Pass 17 Oct 2007 122,327 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 110,934 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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N654 GLT is a 1996 Lexus LS400 in Grey with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 126,952 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 N654 GLT, 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 30 years old, this Lexus LS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N654 GLT is a 1996 Lexus LS400, first registered on 8 January 1996.

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