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RAT 179

2018 Lexus Ls

Bronze Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,530 mi
Last recorded48,530 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Lexus Ls26,532 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAT 179
MakeLexus
ModelLs
Year2018
ColourBronze
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 48,530 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 45,598 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 39,841 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 31,845 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 25,551 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 18,678 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Ls?

Based on 8,968 MOT tests across 722 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
5,537
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
722
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 72
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 44
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 35
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RAT 179 is a 2018 Lexus Ls in Bronze with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Lexus Ls models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 26,532 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Ls fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAT 179, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Ls typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 8 years old, this Lexus Ls is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RAT 179 registered?

RAT 179 is a 2018 Lexus Ls, first registered on 5 January 2018.

Is RAT 179 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAT 179 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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