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T266 BJW

1999 Lexus LS400

Red Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

227,804 mi
Last recorded227,804 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2022
Typical for 1999 Lexus LS400120,667 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT266 BJW
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2022 227,804 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 213,876 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (corroded) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 205,235 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 192,838 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 185,944 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 174,965 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 162,439 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 162,439 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 148,566 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 135,400 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 135,400 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 124,601 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 124,600 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 114,607 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 106,371 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 96,748 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 85,651 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 76,628 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 68,793 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 61,903 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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T266 BJW is a 1999 Lexus LS400 in Red with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 T266 BJW, 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 T266 BJW registered?

T266 BJW is a 1999 Lexus LS400, first registered on 24 March 1999.

Is T266 BJW safe to buy?

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