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R588 MCB

1997 Lexus LS400

White Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

112,193 mi
Last recorded112,193 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 Lexus LS400122,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR588 MCB
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 112,193 miles

vehicle undersealed

Pass 20 May 2017 111,036 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 110,303 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 108,633 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise bonnet struts dont support bonnet

Pass 2 Apr 2015 108,633 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise bonnet struts dont support bonnet

Pass 2 Apr 2014 107,273 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 107,273 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 105,771 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 104,114 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 102,472 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 100,614 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 97,861 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

slight bind o/s/r brake

Pass 9 Apr 2009 97,861 miles

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

slight bind o/s/r brake

Pass 17 Apr 2008 95,474 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 93,048 miles

slight play in o/s rear hub

Pass 4 Apr 2006 90,310 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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R588 MCB is a 1997 Lexus LS400 in White with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1997 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 122,973 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 R588 MCB, 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 29 years old, this Lexus LS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R588 MCB registered?

R588 MCB is a 1997 Lexus LS400, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R588 MCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R588 MCB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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