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S185 GUF

1998 Lexus LS400

Silver Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

108,346 mi
Last recorded108,346 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS185 GUF
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 108,346 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 107,695 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 106,606 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 104,770 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 104,770 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 103,036 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 101,755 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 101,755 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 99,257 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 99,848 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 96,178 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Aug 2012 91,878 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 91,878 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 88,319 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 84,214 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 76,642 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 76,642 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 71,039 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 69,845 miles

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

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

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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S185 GUF is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Silver with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 S185 GUF, 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 S185 GUF?

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What year was S185 GUF registered?

S185 GUF is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is S185 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S185 GUF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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