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S265 JCF

1998 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

68,037 mi
Last recorded68,037 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS265 JCF
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 68,037 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 66,734 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 65,573 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 64,070 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 62,547 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 61,558 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 60,465 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 59,087 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 57,763 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2018 57,763 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 54,972 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 51,907 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 50,974 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 50,416 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 49,818 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 49,243 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 49,243 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 47,628 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 46,277 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 44,742 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 42,648 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 40,734 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 37,840 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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S265 JCF is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 S265 JCF, 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 S265 JCF registered?

S265 JCF is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S265 JCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S265 JCF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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