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R384 JMW

1998 Lexus LS400

Grey Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

136,540 mi
Last recorded136,540 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR384 JMW
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 136,540 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 132,465 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 132,252 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2023 121,235 miles

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 12 Dec 2022 112,051 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 111,218 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres starting to crack along edges

Pass 15 Dec 2020 110,532 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 109,656 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 108,123 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 106,853 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 105,419 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 102,974 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 100,550 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 98,972 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 96,737 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2012 96,737 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear 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 23 Sep 2011 93,602 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 91,864 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 4 Sep 2009 83,748 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 80,028 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 78,950 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 72,228 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 68,554 miles

both front tyres close to legal limit

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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R384 JMW is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Grey with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R384 JMW, 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 R384 JMW registered?

R384 JMW is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R384 JMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R384 JMW shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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