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S105 SBU

1998 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,374 mi
Last recorded123,374 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS105 SBU
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 123,374 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (o/s & n/s) (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 122,572 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 121,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2015 121,580 miles

crack in windsceen

Pass 21 Feb 2014 121,578 miles

crack in windsceen

Pass 7 Jan 2013 121,391 miles

crack in windscreen

slight cracks in nearside front outer sidewall of tyre

slight cracks in outer sidewall of offside front tyre

slight cracks in outer sidewall of offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Nov 2011 121,189 miles

windscreen is cracked but not effecting drivers view

Pass 12 Aug 2010 120,190 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 118,992 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 116,447 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 114,939 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 112,492 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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S105 SBU is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 S105 SBU, 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 S105 SBU registered?

S105 SBU is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 9 October 1998.

Is S105 SBU safe to buy?

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