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HFJ 279

1995 Lexus LS400

Green Lpg 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

243,148 mi
Last recorded243,148 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
Typical for 1995 Lexus LS400131,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFJ 279
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2014 243,148 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 243,148 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 May 2013 238,168 miles

nsf lens cracked

Fail 11 May 2013 238,164 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

nsf lens cracked

Pass 8 May 2012 233,561 miles

Automated bilge evacuation device FULL

Drop keel malfunction indicator illuminated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Mizzen mast at half speed deteriorated

Painter dismembered

Snodfangfeled thrust weasle flang banger bottomed out

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2011 227,022 miles

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

n/s mirror glass temporary

Pass 5 Dec 2009 218,198 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 207,115 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 183,964 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 176,965 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 176,866 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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HFJ 279 is a 1995 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 131,886 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 HFJ 279, 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 31 years old, this Lexus LS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HFJ 279 registered?

HFJ 279 is a 1995 Lexus LS400, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is HFJ 279 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFJ 279 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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