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M478 JPJ

1995 Lexus LS400

Grey Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

137,042 mi
Last recorded137,042 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 1995 Lexus LS400131,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM478 JPJ
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2015 137,042 miles

rear tyre low

Pass 7 Jul 2014 132,793 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 132,764 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 131,417 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 130,935 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 130,093 miles

offside mirror glass starting to fade

Pass 10 Jun 2010 128,755 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 125,954 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 125,954 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 122,001 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 122,001 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 116,988 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 112,180 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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M478 JPJ is a 1995 Lexus LS400 in Grey with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1995 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 131,886 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 M478 JPJ, 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 31 years old, this Lexus LS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M478 JPJ registered?

M478 JPJ is a 1995 Lexus LS400, first registered on 13 January 1995.

Is M478 JPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M478 JPJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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