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K23 PLW

1992 Lexus LS400

Red Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

237,970 mi
Last recorded237,970 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2011
Typical for 1992 Lexus LS400140,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK23 PLW
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2011 237,970 miles

slight crak in skreen not afecting forward vision / front no plate broken

Pass 7 Jan 2010 217,602 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 195,547 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2007 184,844 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 184,784 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 4 Jul 2006 174,050 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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K23 PLW is a 1992 Lexus LS400 in Red with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 K23 PLW, 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 K23 PLW registered?

K23 PLW is a 1992 Lexus LS400, first registered on 16 October 1992.

Is K23 PLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K23 PLW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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