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FG51 PKO

2001 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

151,249 mi
Last recorded151,249 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 PKO
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 151,249 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 130,815 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged and cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers and under panels fitted restricting inspection

Pass 25 Sep 2021 128,718 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted at time or test restricting sill inspection

Pass 17 Sep 2020 128,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear coils rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted at time or test restricting sill inspection

Pass 18 Sep 2019 127,827 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 124,264 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 122,723 miles

both front tyres worn inner

nsr tyre low

osr tyre close to limit

Pass 20 Jul 2016 110,241 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 105,956 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 102,990 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 98,005 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 88,132 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

chip to screen zone 'B'

Fail 21 Oct 2010 82,329 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 82,329 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 78,967 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 76,626 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 69,965 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 58,767 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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FG51 PKO is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FG51 PKO, 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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FG51 PKO is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 12 October 2001.

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