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J282 NLU

1992 Lexus LS400

Red Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,867 mi
Last recorded72,867 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2015
Typical for 1992 Lexus LS400140,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ282 NLU
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Jan 2015 72,867 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 66,302 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 60,351 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 54,113 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 16 Jan 2012 54,113 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 47,981 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 47,981 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 42,741 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 36,737 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 32,834 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 25,520 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 21,349 miles

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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J282 NLU is a 1992 Lexus LS400 in Red with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J282 NLU, 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 J282 NLU registered?

J282 NLU is a 1992 Lexus LS400, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J282 NLU safe to buy?

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