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L901 GYR

1993 Lexus LS400

Silver Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1993 Lexus LS400122,703 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL901 GYR
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016
Fail 28 Apr 2016

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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Deflectors fitted to nearside and offside headlamps

Nail in nearside and offside rear tyres

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2015

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2015
Fail 6 Mar 2015

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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4) DANGEROUS

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in offside rear tyre

Plastic covers fitted over near side and offside outer sills

Struts will not hold bonnet up

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2015

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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Plastic covers fitted over nearside and offside outer sills

Struts will not hold bonnet up

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2014

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

bonnett struts failed .

front wipers leaving slight smear on screen

mileage not dsisplayed on dash panel.

Pass 13 Feb 2014

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

bonnett struts failed .

front wipers leaving slight smear on screen

mileage not dsisplayed on dash panel.

Pass 1 Mar 2013

Airbag warning light stays on

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Plastic cover sills fitted to nearside and offside

Rear propshaft rubber coupling deteriorated

Pass 21 Oct 2011

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2010 25,318 miles

bonnet stays weak not solid.

Pass 9 Nov 2009 23,057 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 6 Nov 2009 23,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 21,084 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)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 18,022 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 18,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 15,339 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 15,338 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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
Full Lexus LS400 reliability report

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L901 GYR is a 1993 Lexus LS400 in Silver with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1993 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 122,703 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 L901 GYR, 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 33 years old, this Lexus LS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L901 GYR registered?

L901 GYR is a 1993 Lexus LS400, first registered on 3 November 1993.

Is L901 GYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L901 GYR shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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