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FV57 KXY

2008 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

120,319 mi
Last recorded120,319 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS30066,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 KXY
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 120,319 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 116,328 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 106,471 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2018 106,471 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 100,061 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 84,001 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 74,587 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 71,629 miles

both rear brake discs are showing signs of corrosion

both rear tyres are getting low on tread

Pass 3 Jul 2013 69,524 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 67,749 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 67,749 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 56,584 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 48,135 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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FV57 KXY is a 2008 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FV57 KXY, 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 FV57 KXY registered?

FV57 KXY is a 2008 Lexus GS300, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is FV57 KXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV57 KXY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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