CarVerify

Free Car Check

GK51 YYV

2001 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

167,778 mi
Last recorded167,778 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 YYV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 167,778 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 159,667 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 139,846 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 139,846 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 134,409 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2018 134,409 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 131,031 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 121,539 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 112,908 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges close to the limit

brake fulid level slightly low

Fail 2 Oct 2015 112,747 miles

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint both front upper (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges close to the limit

brake fulid level slightly low

Pass 2 Oct 2014 94,074 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Malfunction Light On.

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Apr 2013 78,257 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

engine light on

Pass 8 Apr 2013 78,257 miles

engine light on

Pass 6 Feb 2012 75,597 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 60,511 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/rear tyre worn on edges of tread

Pass 1 Apr 2009 47,820 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 25,929 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 25,929 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 17,567 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 17,567 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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
Full Lexus GS300 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GK51 YYV is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK51 YYV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GK51 YYV?

You can check the full history of GK51 YYV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GK51 YYV registered?

GK51 YYV is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GK51 YYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK51 YYV shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK51 YYV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GK51 YYV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.