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R646 FYS

1998 Lexus LS400

Blue Lpg 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,890 mi
Last recorded143,890 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR646 FYS
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 143,890 miles

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

steering / suspension has slight play

Pass 16 Jun 2012 143,306 miles

n/s wiper split n smeary

Pass 19 Mar 2012 141,989 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)

Fail 17 Mar 2012 141,989 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 141,083 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 136,990 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 136,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 134,611 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 130,976 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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R646 FYS is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R646 FYS, 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 R646 FYS registered?

R646 FYS is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R646 FYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R646 FYS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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