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R765 GRP

1998 Lexus LS400

Silver Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

147,145 mi
Last recorded147,145 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR765 GRP
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 147,145 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 142,515 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 141,432 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 140,137 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 138,186 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 136,680 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 134,753 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 132,515 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 131,511 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 131,511 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 130,323 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Pass 17 Feb 2015 127,465 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 120,636 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 120,628 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 117,415 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 117,415 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 102,706 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 102,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 86,112 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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R765 GRP is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Silver with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R765 GRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R765 GRP?

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What year was R765 GRP registered?

R765 GRP is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R765 GRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R765 GRP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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