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M396 BNH

1994 Lexus LS400

Black Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,053 mi
Last recorded122,053 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Lexus LS400125,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM396 BNH
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 122,053 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 121,219 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 119,799 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 116,795 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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M396 BNH is a 1994 Lexus LS400 in Black with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 M396 BNH, 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 M396 BNH registered?

M396 BNH is a 1994 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M396 BNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M396 BNH shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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