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GV08 LLX

2008 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,681 mi
Last recorded138,681 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS30066,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 LLX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 138,681 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 138,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 137,399 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 135,316 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section N/S (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 135,316 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section N/S (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 126,347 miles

front brake pads low front brake discs worn

rear brake pads very low brake discs lightly pitted

Pass 19 Sep 2014 112,254 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Sep 2014 112,254 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2013 95,096 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 78,865 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 48,054 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2011 48,054 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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GV08 LLX is a 2008 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GV08 LLX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV08 LLX registered?

GV08 LLX is a 2008 Lexus GS300, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is GV08 LLX safe to buy?

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