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A8 PJX

1998 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,612 mi
Last recorded147,612 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 PJX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2013 147,612 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 137,290 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 127,645 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 127,645 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 116,726 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 110,933 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

cuts in nearside front outter tyre wall

nearside side repeater lens cracked

Pass 29 Apr 2009 110,933 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

cuts in nearside front outter tyre wall

nearside side repeater lens cracked

Pass 28 Apr 2008 105,121 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 99,070 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 88,930 miles

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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A8 PJX is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A8 PJX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 PJX registered?

A8 PJX is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A8 PJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 PJX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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