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R298 SBL

1998 Lexus Soarer

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

164,470 mi
Last recorded164,470 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Lexus Soarer134,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR298 SBL
MakeLexus
ModelSoarer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 164,470 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 162,570 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 160,375 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 157,932 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 157,932 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 154,807 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front caliper binding

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2014 152,485 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 152,485 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 149,898 miles

Nearside Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Aug 2013 149,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Nearside Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 145,762 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 145,033 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 143,253 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 141,539 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 141,539 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 140,962 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 138,090 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 133,355 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Soarer?

Based on 2,195 MOT tests across 254 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
3,338
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 123
fog lamp not working 66
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
brake binding 56
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
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R298 SBL is a 1998 Lexus Soarer in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Lexus Soarer models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 134,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Soarer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R298 SBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Soarer typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Lexus Soarer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R298 SBL registered?

R298 SBL is a 1998 Lexus Soarer, first registered on 29 April 1998.

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