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L429 RMX

1998 Lexus Soarer

Green Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

160,158 mi
Last recorded160,158 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2007
Typical for 1998 Lexus Soarer134,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL429 RMX
MakeLexus
ModelSoarer
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2007 160,158 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front brake discs are corroding

both rear brake discs are corroding

Fail 12 Dec 2007 160,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front brake discs are corroding

both rear brake discs are corroding

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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L429 RMX is a 1998 Lexus Soarer in Green with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L429 RMX, 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 L429 RMX registered?

L429 RMX is a 1998 Lexus Soarer, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is L429 RMX safe to buy?

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