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J7 KGP

1998 Lexus LS400

Red Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,984 mi
Last recorded156,984 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ7 KGP
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2012 156,984 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 155,046 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 153,233 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 150,971 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 148,457 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 146,246 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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J7 KGP is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Red with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 J7 KGP, 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 J7 KGP registered?

J7 KGP is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is J7 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J7 KGP shows 6 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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