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DE51 RKJ

2001 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

183,451 mi
Last recorded183,451 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 RKJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015 183,451 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 183,448 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 169,658 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 161,089 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 152,465 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 143,798 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front braking discs worn.

Pass 22 Jan 2010 136,447 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 126,864 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 119,344 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 119,344 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 112,276 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 101,240 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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DE51 RKJ is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 94,621 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 DE51 RKJ, 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 25 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE51 RKJ registered?

DE51 RKJ is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 13 December 2001.

Is DE51 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE51 RKJ 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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