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R744 DBW

1998 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

137,827 mi
Last recorded137,827 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR744 DBW
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2024 137,827 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 133,444 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 127,137 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 120,288 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 114,943 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 114,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 111,207 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 111,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 109,025 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 107,993 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 106,921 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 106,016 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 103,615 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 25 Jun 2014 103,615 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2013 974,576 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2013 97,576 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 91,419 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 85,056 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 81,469 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 76,781 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 72,383 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

wipers worn but clear screen side lights would be brighter with new bulbs

Pass 7 Jul 2007 66,827 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 61,069 miles

o/s/f tyre worn outside edge, advise tracking.

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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R744 DBW is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R744 DBW, 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 R744 DBW registered?

R744 DBW is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R744 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R744 DBW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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