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M17 KOW

1998 Lexus LS400

Grey Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

103,471 mi
Last recorded103,471 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 KOW
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 103,471 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 102,191 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

nearside rear tyre perished on side wall

Pass 13 Aug 2016 99,961 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 96,238 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished on sidewalls

Pass 1 Aug 2014 92,938 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 6 Aug 2013 91,449 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 89,476 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 87,028 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 84,294 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 84,294 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 78,529 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

bonnet struts wont hold bonnet up

Pass 23 Jul 2008 77,386 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 75,725 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 72,213 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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M17 KOW is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Grey with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 M17 KOW, 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.

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What year was M17 KOW registered?

M17 KOW is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is M17 KOW safe to buy?

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