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R824 YHL

1998 Lexus LS400

Grey Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,311 mi
Last recorded155,311 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR824 YHL
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 May 2016 155,311 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 148,065 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 140,981 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 133,224 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 131,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake disc face corroded

Nearside rear tyre has 2 nails and a small piece of metal stuck in tread

Pass 25 Jul 2011 130,598 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 127,532 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2009 123,695 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 119,218 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 112,015 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 105,676 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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R824 YHL is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Grey with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R824 YHL, 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 R824 YHL registered?

R824 YHL is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R824 YHL safe to buy?

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