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S839 KLX

1998 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,976 mi
Last recorded177,976 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS839 KLX
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2018 177,976 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 175,086 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 169,455 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 163,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 155,454 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 147,243 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 138,611 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 129,112 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 119,625 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 110,019 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 99,655 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 89,682 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 79,220 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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S839 KLX is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 S839 KLX, 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 S839 KLX registered?

S839 KLX is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S839 KLX safe to buy?

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