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L40 XUS

1998 Lexus LS400

Brown Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,816 mi
Last recorded121,816 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL40 XUS
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 121,816 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 121,504 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 118,914 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 116,257 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 115,336 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slight play

Pass 26 May 2020 114,306 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 112,648 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 109,918 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 108,656 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 May 2016 106,191 miles

rear tyres starting to crack/perish.

Pass 21 May 2015 104,284 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 101,051 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 97,950 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 92,220 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 86,644 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 82,035 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 76,315 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 70,786 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 67,647 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 64,904 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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L40 XUS is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Brown with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 121,755 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 L40 XUS, 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 28 years old, this Lexus LS400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L40 XUS registered?

L40 XUS is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is L40 XUS safe to buy?

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