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J318 FMX

1992 Lexus LS400

Silver Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

286,209 mi
Last recorded286,209 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 1992 Lexus LS400140,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ318 FMX
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2014 286,209 miles

nsf indicator lense cracked

osf headlamp lense cracked

Fail 10 Jul 2014 286,209 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nsf indicator lense cracked

osf headlamp lense cracked

Pass 2 Aug 2013 279,304 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2013 279,304 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 270,188 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 258,513 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 258,513 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 255,266 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 239,178 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 24 Nov 2009 239,112 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 22,643 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 22,643 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 214,197 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 214,034 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 198,802 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 198,774 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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J318 FMX is a 1992 Lexus LS400 in Silver with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 J318 FMX, 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 J318 FMX registered?

J318 FMX is a 1992 Lexus LS400, first registered on 1 February 1992.

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