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L174 JHM

1994 Lexus LS400

Grey Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,475 mi
Last recorded99,475 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2013
Typical for 1994 Lexus LS400125,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL174 JHM
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2013 99,475 miles

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2012 97,826 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 95,623 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 95,623 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 93,389 miles

Front bumper insecure

Rear bumper insecure

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 18 May 2009 91,472 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 88,793 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 88,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 84,916 miles

nearside rear lower hub bush slightley worn

offside rear lower hub bush slightley worn

slight weap from offside outer track rod end

Fail 20 Apr 2007 84,916 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside rear lower hub bush slightley worn

offside rear lower hub bush slightley worn

slight weap from offside outer track rod end

Pass 18 May 2006 81,387 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 81,387 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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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L174 JHM is a 1994 Lexus LS400 in Grey with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 125,652 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 L174 JHM, 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 32 years old, this Lexus LS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L174 JHM registered?

L174 JHM is a 1994 Lexus LS400, first registered on 12 May 1994.

Is L174 JHM safe to buy?

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