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R612 TLE

1998 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

68,271 mi
Last recorded68,271 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR612 TLE
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 68,271 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 66,628 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 May 2015 66,628 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 May 2014 64,531 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 61,855 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 59,482 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 57,106 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 54,914 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 52,365 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 50,356 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 49,631 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 48,209 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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R612 TLE is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R612 TLE, 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 R612 TLE?

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What year was R612 TLE registered?

R612 TLE is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R612 TLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R612 TLE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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