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V740 FGT

2000 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

162,005 mi
Last recorded162,005 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2000 Lexus LS400119,341 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV740 FGT
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 162,005 miles

corrosion found on all rear brake pipes

wear found in o/s/f lower ball joint

Pass 12 Jan 2017 161,331 miles

Rear brake discs corroaded

Pass 14 Jan 2016 153,733 miles

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

surface rust found on rear brake pipes and under side of vehicle

Fail 14 Jan 2016 153,733 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

surface rust found on rear brake pipes and under side of vehicle

Pass 8 Jan 2015 149,577 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 145,295 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 138,906 miles

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

corrsion found on two rear brake pipes

Pass 21 Jan 2013 138,906 miles

corrsion found on two rear brake pipes

Pass 26 Jan 2012 133,621 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 133,589 miles

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

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

Cut in sidewall n/s/front tyre not showing inner cords

Pass 28 Jan 2011 125,961 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 121,939 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 113,433 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 107,828 miles

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Jan 2007 97,629 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 87,514 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 86,667 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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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V740 FGT is a 2000 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2000 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 119,341 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 V740 FGT, 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 26 years old, this Lexus LS400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V740 FGT registered?

V740 FGT is a 2000 Lexus LS400, first registered on 23 February 2000.

Is V740 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V740 FGT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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