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T257 RPK

1999 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

154,539 mi
Last recorded154,539 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1999 Lexus LS400120,667 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT257 RPK
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 154,539 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 154,526 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to the flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to the flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 149,784 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear across the axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear across the axle (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 143,757 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 14,363 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 138,966 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 134,522 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 131,715 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 125,995 miles

Offside 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 Dec 2010 120,667 miles

Plastic LPG feed pipe routed close to both jacking points on nearside sill.

Rear tyres wearing low

Pass 10 Dec 2009 110,368 miles

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

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

bonnet struts not supporting when open

Pass 27 Jan 2009 103,093 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 94,135 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 84,120 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 70,547 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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T257 RPK is a 1999 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1999 Lexus LS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 120,667 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 T257 RPK, 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 27 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 T257 RPK registered?

T257 RPK is a 1999 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is T257 RPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T257 RPK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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