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R818 PRH

1998 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,749 mi
Last recorded153,749 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR818 PRH
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2016 153,749 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 148,052 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 141,757 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 141,757 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 133,817 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 127,810 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 124,644 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 121,983 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 117,076 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Jun 2008 111,341 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 103,888 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 103,888 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 97,392 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 84,018 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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R818 PRH is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 R818 PRH, 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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How do I check the history of R818 PRH?

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What year was R818 PRH registered?

R818 PRH is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R818 PRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R818 PRH shows 14 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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