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K549 EGM

1998 Toyota Lexus

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

183,003 mi
Last recorded183,003 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Toyota Lexus123,973 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK549 EGM
MakeToyota
ModelLexus
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2010 183,003 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 180,382 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 180,382 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 105,504 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 Jun 2008 105,500 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 165,655 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 153,901 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Lexus?

Based on 948 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
4,606
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
fog lamp not working 38
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
brake binding 20
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K549 EGM is a 1998 Toyota Lexus in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Lexus models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 123,973 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Lexus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K549 EGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was K549 EGM registered?

K549 EGM is a 1998 Toyota Lexus, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is K549 EGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K549 EGM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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