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P2 TAR

1998 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

101,995 mi
Last recorded101,995 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 TAR
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 101,995 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 99,980 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 96,794 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 94,003 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 91,731 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 87,647 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 84,622 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 79,583 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, low (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floorpan damage (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 79,583 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, low (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floorpan damage (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 76,149 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 71,058 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 66,942 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 63,088 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 61,532 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 59,286 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 56,609 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 52,763 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 48,806 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 42,996 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 37,556 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 31,788 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P2 TAR is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P2 TAR, 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 P2 TAR registered?

P2 TAR is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is P2 TAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 TAR 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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