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R131 MDG

1998 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,836 mi
Last recorded88,836 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR131 MDG
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2019 88,836 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 87,629 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 84,784 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 82,238 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 78,428 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 76,122 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2013 73,354 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 70,431 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 67,424 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 63,888 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 61,465 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 60,080 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 58,701 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 56,763 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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R131 MDG is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 R131 MDG, 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 R131 MDG registered?

R131 MDG is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 5 May 1998.

Is R131 MDG safe to buy?

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