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S402 BFG

1998 Lexus LS400

Silver Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,055 mi
Last recorded128,055 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS402 BFG
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2013 128,055 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 124,493 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 118,982 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 113,100 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 106,439 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 99,410 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 91,708 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 82,100 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 30,473 miles

nearside front tyre getting low on outside edge

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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S402 BFG is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Silver with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 S402 BFG, 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 S402 BFG registered?

S402 BFG is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 13 October 1998.

Is S402 BFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S402 BFG shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S402 BFG have outstanding finance?

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