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S836 SLC

1998 Lexus LS400

Red Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,515 mi
Last recorded97,515 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS836 SLC
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 97,515 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 97,478 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 97,145 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 96,163 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 94,954 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 92,439 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 92,439 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 87,235 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 81,133 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 75,277 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 172,452 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 159,608 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 143,999 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)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 127,378 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 111,624 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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S836 SLC is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Red with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S836 SLC, 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 S836 SLC registered?

S836 SLC is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S836 SLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S836 SLC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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