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T948 JKJ

1999 Lexus LS400

Green Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

129,493 mi
Last recorded129,493 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Lexus LS400120,667 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT948 JKJ
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 129,493 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 122,912 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 116,639 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 116,639 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 111,282 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 106,542 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 100,528 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 95,247 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 89,904 miles

Offside Front Inner tyre edge slightly wearing

Fail 6 Dec 2018 89,904 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Inner tyre edge slightly wearing

Pass 3 Apr 2018 89,287 miles

Offside Front tyre bald inner edge

Pass 28 Mar 2017 87,235 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 86,242 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 84,554 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 83,453 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Apr 2014 83,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2010 82,916 miles

Nearside Rear 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 6 May 2009 81,850 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 78,102 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 72,267 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 66,640 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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T948 JKJ is a 1999 Lexus LS400 in Green with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T948 JKJ, 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 T948 JKJ registered?

T948 JKJ is a 1999 Lexus LS400, first registered on 1 March 1999.

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The MOT history for T948 JKJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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