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S85 CNW

1998 Lexus LS400

Green Lpg 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

175,708 mi
Last recorded175,708 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS85 CNW
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 175,708 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 168,599 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 159,489 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 150,162 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 140,079 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2015 134,118 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 126,501 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 120,651 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 115,606 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 107,219 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 98,183 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 96,225 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 96,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 91,635 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 86,292 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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S85 CNW is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc lpg 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 S85 CNW, 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 S85 CNW registered?

S85 CNW is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S85 CNW safe to buy?

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