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R400 RGH

1998 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

149,800 mi
Last recorded149,800 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR400 RGH
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 149,800 miles

underside of vehicle all over general corrosion

Pass 29 Aug 2024 148,552 miles

underside of vehicle all over general corrosion

Pass 29 Aug 2023 147,666 miles

all over general corrosion

Pass 29 Apr 2022 146,785 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 145,553 miles

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

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 144,989 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 143,904 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 142,557 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 141,990 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 140,815 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 139,507 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

body side skirts fitted restricting view and access to outer sills

o/s/r strut dust cover split

Pass 4 Oct 2013 136,596 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 136,596 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 133,060 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 129,592 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 126,417 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 122,264 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 115,269 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 110,279 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 102,210 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 93,880 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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R400 RGH 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 95.2%.

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 R400 RGH, 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 R400 RGH registered?

R400 RGH is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 17 January 1998.

Is R400 RGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R400 RGH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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