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AF02 COF

2002 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

130,651 mi
Last recorded130,651 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus GS30090,252 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 COF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 130,651 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2025 123,269 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2024 116,168 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 111,411 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 110,467 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 110,467 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 109,490 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 109,157 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 107,188 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 103,357 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 98,929 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 94,599 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 89,845 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 89,833 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 85,426 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 80,477 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 75,358 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 70,468 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 65,589 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 60,628 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 54,962 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 49,087 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 41,022 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 40,478 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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AF02 COF is a 2002 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2002 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 90,252 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 AF02 COF, 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 24 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF02 COF registered?

AF02 COF is a 2002 Lexus GS300, first registered on 8 April 2002.

Is AF02 COF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 COF shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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