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R371 LGO

1998 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,701 mi
Last recorded90,701 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR371 LGO
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2026 90,701 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear suspension etc arms corrosion

Pass 28 Jan 2025 89,411 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 87,857 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 85,987 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 84,322 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive near power steering components (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive near transmission oil pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted, obstructing full vision of components

Pass 5 Feb 2021 83,747 miles

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

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 10 Jan 2020 83,186 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 81,071 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 79,038 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 76,025 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 70,279 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 64,336 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 59,655 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 54,987 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 49,573 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 46,017 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 44,763 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 43,237 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 40,827 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 38,579 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 35,971 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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R371 LGO is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 R371 LGO, 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 R371 LGO registered?

R371 LGO is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R371 LGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R371 LGO shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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