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R400 SDS

1998 Lexus LS400

Grey Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

194,430 mi
Last recorded194,430 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR400 SDS
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2008 194,430 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 182,031 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres inner edges slight wear. † †offside rear quarter panel slight damage. † †nearside rear inner sill has surface corrosion.

Pass 10 Mar 2006 160,475 miles

drivers side door inner rubber trim adrift.

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 SDS is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Grey with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R400 SDS, 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 R400 SDS?

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What year was R400 SDS registered?

R400 SDS is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R400 SDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R400 SDS shows 3 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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