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CEG 271

1999 Lexus LS400

Bronze Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

190,316 mi
Last recorded190,316 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Lexus LS400120,667 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEG 271
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1999
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 190,316 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 190,315 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 188,923 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 188,573 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 188,073 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 187,735 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 184,110 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 180,051 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 175,924 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 170,334 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 163,665 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 156,923 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 149,413 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 142,369 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 136,503 miles

o/s/rear wheel slight play poss wheel bearing?

Pass 17 May 2010 129,771 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 120,421 miles

park brake close to no reserve travel

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 12 May 2008 111,016 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 101,304 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 93,883 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

slight fluctuation o\s\f brake disc

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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CEG 271 is a 1999 Lexus LS400 in Bronze with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1999 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 120,667 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 CEG 271, 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 27 years old, this Lexus LS400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CEG 271 registered?

CEG 271 is a 1999 Lexus LS400, first registered on 28 April 1999.

Is CEG 271 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEG 271 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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