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R300 VWG

1998 Lexus LS400

Black Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,534 mi
Last recorded44,534 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 VWG
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 44,534 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 44,487 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 44,289 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 44,268 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 44,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 4 Mar 2013 44,159 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 43,708 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 43,265 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 43,083 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 41,168 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 41,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 39,706 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 38,432 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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R300 VWG is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Black with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R300 VWG, 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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How do I check the history of R300 VWG?

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What year was R300 VWG registered?

R300 VWG is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is R300 VWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R300 VWG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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