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J26 BER

1998 Lexus LS400

Blue Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,468 mi
Last recorded112,468 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ26 BER
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 112,468 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 110,188 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 105,399 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 104,150 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2019 101,605 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 98,287 miles

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 May 2018 98,287 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2017 96,481 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2016 94,151 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 94,151 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2015 92,583 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 90,739 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 89,176 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 89,176 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 25 May 2012 87,843 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 6 May 2011 84,029 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 84,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2010 78,002 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 77,818 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 70,862 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 64,801 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 59,175 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 51,428 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 51,428 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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J26 BER is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Blue with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J26 BER, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J26 BER registered?

J26 BER is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 30 May 1998.

Is J26 BER safe to buy?

The MOT history for J26 BER shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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