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R194 ECR

1998 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

155,421 mi
Last recorded155,421 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR194 ECR
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 155,421 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 143,403 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 135,207 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 128,041 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 122,783 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 116,457 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 116,457 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 105,047 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 93,934 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 87,113 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on outer edge

rear brake pads worn low and brake wear light on at dash

Pass 23 Jan 2015 83,589 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 76,718 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 70,775 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 69,677 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 68,638 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 65,133 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 62,135 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 59,738 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 55,085 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 49,390 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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R194 ECR is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R194 ECR, 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 R194 ECR registered?

R194 ECR is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R194 ECR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R194 ECR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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