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FJZ 7193

1998 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

218,177 mi
Last recorded218,177 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJZ 7193
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 218,177 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

under the car are corroded/discs

Pass 21 Dec 2015

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 21 Dec 2015 217,688 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Dec 2014 216,926 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 214,154 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 209,047 miles

management light on

Pass 26 Oct 2011 203,759 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 198,882 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 187,893 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 178,502 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 166,913 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all brake discs getting worn + disc pads

slight play in both front bottom ball joints

slight play in front and rear rollbar link arms

Pass 31 Aug 2006 158,898 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 158,898 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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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FJZ 7193 is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FJZ 7193, 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 FJZ 7193 registered?

FJZ 7193 is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 12 November 1998.

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