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R875 TGF

1998 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

150,238 mi
Last recorded150,238 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR875 TGF
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 150,238 miles

nearside handbrake percentage low

Pass 20 Apr 2016 149,974 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 149,974 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 148,029 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 135,763 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2013 134,840 miles

water leak from engine

Fail 16 May 2012 134,280 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

rear brake pads very low

Pass 16 May 2012 134,280 miles

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

rear brake pads very low

Pass 18 May 2011

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

rear brake pads low and discs worn

Fail 17 May 2011 133,322 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear brake pads low and discs worn

Pass 27 Apr 2010 119,912 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 119,912 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 106,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 3 Apr 2009 106,544 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 93,376 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 15 Apr 2008 93,376 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2007 81,569 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 81,569 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 66,464 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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R875 TGF is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 R875 TGF, 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 R875 TGF registered?

R875 TGF is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R875 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R875 TGF shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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