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L380 KFU

1998 Lexus Soarer

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

168,285 mi
Last recorded168,285 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Lexus Soarer134,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL380 KFU
MakeLexus
ModelSoarer
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 168,285 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 167,971 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 167,637 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 166,723 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 165,810 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 165,227 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 165,007 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 164,253 miles

slight corrosion to underside

Pass 30 Aug 2017 163,450 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 162,564 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 161,337 miles

slight wear to rear inner tyre edges

Pass 2 Sep 2014 159,640 miles

brake pipes have been greased

slight play felt at top of steering

Pass 3 Sep 2013 158,426 miles

grease on brake pipes

slight wear to both front inner tyre edges

Pass 3 Sep 2012 155,768 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 153,001 miles

grease on brake pipes

slight corrosion to the underside at rear

Fail 1 Sep 2011

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

grease on brake pipes

slight corrosion to the underside at rear

Pass 7 Sep 2010 150,478 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 148,524 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 146,292 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 144,989 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 143,348 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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L380 KFU is a 1998 Lexus Soarer in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L380 KFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L380 KFU registered?

L380 KFU is a 1998 Lexus Soarer, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is L380 KFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L380 KFU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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