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BF08 FVC

2008 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

156,952 mi
Last recorded156,952 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS30066,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 FVC
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 156,952 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 May 2025 156,952 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 155,020 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust clamp loose

Pass 21 Feb 2023 145,780 miles

Front Exhaust clamp defective

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 135,439 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 130,976 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 128,538 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 115,067 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 100,237 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 87,787 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 74,604 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 60,455 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 54,363 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 44,412 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 31,973 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 19,551 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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BF08 FVC is a 2008 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 66,526 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 BF08 FVC, 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 18 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BF08 FVC registered?

BF08 FVC is a 2008 Lexus GS300, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is BF08 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 FVC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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