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B331 TUM

1998 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,702 mi
Last recorded103,702 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB331 TUM
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2016 103,702 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 101,733 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 98,709 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 95,169 miles

Brake pad warning on dash

Pass 5 Jul 2011 90,571 miles

nearside front tyre has cut but not exposing cords.

Pass 2 Jul 2010 85,554 miles

brake pad wear indicator illuminated on dashboard

n/s/f and o/s/r tyre walls starting to show small cracks

Pass 2 Jul 2009 81,713 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 78,057 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 73,087 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 70,153 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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B331 TUM is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B331 TUM, 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 B331 TUM registered?

B331 TUM is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is B331 TUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B331 TUM shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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