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R949 NKX

1998 Lexus LS400

Black Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

152,199 mi
Last recorded152,199 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2010
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR949 NKX
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2010 152,199 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 135,826 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 135,826 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 28 May 2008 107,907 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 107,907 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 79,884 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 74,056 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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R949 NKX is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Black with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R949 NKX, 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 R949 NKX?

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What year was R949 NKX registered?

R949 NKX is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R949 NKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R949 NKX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R949 NKX have outstanding finance?

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