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R237 PPE

1998 Lexus LS400

Silver Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

33,735 mi
Last recorded33,735 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 PPE
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 33,735 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 33,631 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 28 Mar 2024 33,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2023 32,389 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 31,190 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 30,853 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 30,704 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 30,630 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 30,565 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 30,324 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 29,183 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 28,676 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 27,420 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 25,171 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 24,489 miles

Nearside Outer Front 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)

brakes cannot be seen

Pass 2 Dec 2008 20,556 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 17,343 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 17,343 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 16,838 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 15,764 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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R237 PPE is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Silver 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 R237 PPE, 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 R237 PPE registered?

R237 PPE is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R237 PPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R237 PPE 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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