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L427 EPA

1994 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

146,593 mi
Last recorded146,593 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1994 Lexus LS400125,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL427 EPA
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 146,593 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 143,682 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 143,671 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flange (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flange (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2016 138,078 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 134,739 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 134,330 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 131,132 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 127,520 miles

rear steel brake pipes corroded

steel fuel lines corroded

very slight weap from power steering rack

Pass 16 Oct 2012 124,111 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 120,566 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 117,673 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 114,937 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 112,792 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 109,806 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 105,523 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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L427 EPA is a 1994 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 L427 EPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L427 EPA registered?

L427 EPA is a 1994 Lexus LS400, first registered on 17 February 1994.

Is L427 EPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L427 EPA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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