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T284 MBU

1999 Lexus LS400

Grey Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

124,965 mi
Last recorded124,965 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 1999 Lexus LS400120,667 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT284 MBU
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 124,965 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 124,845 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 118,933 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 117,169 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 111,506 miles

Nearside Rear corrosion to rear panel/floor pan above exhaust box

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Oct 2016 111,506 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill to floorpan (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear corrosion to rear panel/floor pan above exhaust box

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Oct 2015 104,209 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 99,080 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 97,866 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 94,331 miles

nsr tyre worn on edge nsr sill edge in poor condition

Pass 9 Feb 2010 94,872 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 186,670 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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T284 MBU is a 1999 Lexus LS400 in Grey with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T284 MBU, 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 T284 MBU registered?

T284 MBU is a 1999 Lexus LS400, first registered on 12 March 1999.

Is T284 MBU safe to buy?

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