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R713 RSO

1998 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

184,555 mi
Last recorded184,555 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR713 RSO
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 184,555 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 174,887 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 161,815 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 155,787 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 153,125 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 150,575 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 145,418 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 141,578 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 136,744 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 131,977 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 131,964 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 126,923 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 126,923 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 118,824 miles

. † † † †rear tyre tread depth near legal minimum.

Fail 25 Jun 2007 118,824 miles

. † † † †rear tyre tread depth near legal minimum.

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 27 Jun 2006 113,433 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 113,433 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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R713 RSO is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R713 RSO, 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 R713 RSO registered?

R713 RSO is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 14 July 1998.

Is R713 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R713 RSO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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