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L10 LCH

1998 Lexus LS400

Gold Petrol 3969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,187 mi
Last recorded55,187 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Lexus LS400121,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL10 LCH
MakeLexus
ModelLS400
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,969cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 55,187 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked with yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked with yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 54,928 miles

Front unable to inspect brake pads due to calliper position

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 47,424 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2019 47,311 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 47,117 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 47,099 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 46,990 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 46,790 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 46,421 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 45,330 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 44,806 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 44,462 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 43,618 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 42,267 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 41,671 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 40,982 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 40,208 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 38,246 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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L10 LCH is a 1998 Lexus LS400 in Gold with a 3,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 L10 LCH, 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 L10 LCH registered?

L10 LCH is a 1998 Lexus LS400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is L10 LCH safe to buy?

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