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J196 XEP

1992 Lexus LS400

Red Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

202,200 mi
Last recorded202,200 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2009
Typical for 1992 Lexus LS400140,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ196 XEP
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2009 202,200 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 201,315 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 197,167 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 194,479 miles

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

oil leak

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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J196 XEP is a 1992 Lexus LS400 in Red with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 140,259 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 J196 XEP, 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 34 years old, this Lexus LS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J196 XEP registered?

J196 XEP is a 1992 Lexus LS400, first registered on 15 May 1992.

Is J196 XEP safe to buy?

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