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J896 GGY

1992 Lexus LS400

Black Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

167,701 mi
Last recorded167,701 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2013
Typical for 1992 Lexus LS400140,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ896 GGY
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2013 167,701 miles

BONNET RELEASE CABLE DEFECTIVE.

BONNET SUPPORT DEFECTIVE [ DANGEROUS]

Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 167,701 miles

Inner Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2012 164,908 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 155,940 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

plates over show plates fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2010 148,278 miles

emissions fluctuating

offside mirror damaged

oil leak - possible power steering leak

rear brakes noisy and pads appear low - suggest attention

Pass 14 Mar 2009 141,853 miles

hydrocarbons high

offside front tyre wearing edge

Pass 20 Dec 2007 138,181 miles

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)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 130,643 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 123,908 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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J896 GGY is a 1992 Lexus LS400 in Black with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J896 GGY, 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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J896 GGY is a 1992 Lexus LS400, first registered on 29 February 1992.

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