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A3 VMV

1998 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

187,978 mi
Last recorded187,978 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 VMV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 187,978 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 186,974 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2014 185,351 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 184,426 miles

centre and rear exhaust corroded

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Mar 2013 184,422 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

centre and rear exhaust corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2012 179,282 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 174,395 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 165,086 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 159,183 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 152,713 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 152,713 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside nearside front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

Pass 23 Sep 2006 150,442 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Lexus GS300?

Based on 172,303 MOT tests across 13,418 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
13,418
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,060
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,631
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,795
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,777
position lamp(s) not working 2,752
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A3 VMV is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 113,430 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 VMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A3 VMV registered?

A3 VMV is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is A3 VMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 VMV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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