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R648 DOU

1998 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,751 mi
Last recorded112,751 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2010
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR648 DOU
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2010 112,751 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 103,539 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 87,773 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 85,491 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Dec 2007 85,491 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 79,142 miles

N/SF TYRE CUT ON SIDE WALL OUTER

Pass 15 Dec 2005 69,817 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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R648 DOU is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R648 DOU, 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 R648 DOU registered?

R648 DOU is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R648 DOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R648 DOU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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