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HJ51 XPY

2001 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

78,523 mi
Last recorded78,523 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ51 XPY
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 78,523 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 78,075 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 76,744 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 74,602 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 74,602 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 73,518 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 73,012 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 72,181 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 70,774 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 68,602 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 66,883 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 61,310 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 56,372 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 52,054 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 47,618 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 43,031 miles

tread depths: both front on 7mm, both rear on 5mm.

tyre size: 235/45/17 97W.

Pass 9 Aug 2010 41,152 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 37,978 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 34,863 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 30,044 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 26,451 miles

damage to front bumper.

tread depths:both front on 7mm, both rear on 6mm.

tyre size:235/45 ZR 17.

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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HJ51 XPY is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 HJ51 XPY, 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

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What year was HJ51 XPY registered?

HJ51 XPY is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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