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J983 WOA

1998 Lexus Soarer

Green Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

198,899 mi
Last recorded198,899 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Lexus Soarer134,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ983 WOA
MakeLexus
ModelSoarer
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 198,899 miles

both front tyres inner edges worn low

n/s/r tyre nail

Pass 29 Jul 2013 190,109 miles

front pads wearing low

n/s/f disk outer edge showing signs of sruface corrosion

rear brake pipe at splitter showing signs of surface corrosion

Fail 22 Jul 2013 189,839 miles

Front Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

front pads wearing low

n/s/f disk outer edge showing signs of sruface corrosion

rear brake pipe at splitter showing signs of surface corrosion

Pass 19 Jul 2012 179,067 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 173,095 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 173,095 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 163,621 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 152,902 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 142,328 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 132,863 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 125,728 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Soarer?

Based on 2,195 MOT tests across 254 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
3,338
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 123
fog lamp not working 66
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
brake binding 56
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
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J983 WOA is a 1998 Lexus Soarer in Green with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Lexus Soarer models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 134,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Soarer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J983 WOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Soarer typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Lexus Soarer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J983 WOA registered?

J983 WOA is a 1998 Lexus Soarer, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is J983 WOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J983 WOA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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