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R949 DKX

1998 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

201,983 mi
Last recorded201,983 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR949 DKX
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 201,983 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 201,981 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak down pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 197,789 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 194,836 miles

Minor leak of exhaust gases from nearside front exhaust pipe

Pass 19 Apr 2017 192,128 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 187,628 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 181,644 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 172,660 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 172,660 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 161,217 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 150,732 miles

offside front tyre reading 3mm nearside front tyre reading 3mm offside rear tyre reading 3mm nearside rear tyre reading 3mm

Pass 19 Apr 2011 139,477 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 129,049 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 117,112 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 105,138 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 91,688 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 79,186 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 79,183 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front No plate is cracked but still readable

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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R949 DKX is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R949 DKX, 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

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What year was R949 DKX registered?

R949 DKX is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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