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J18 KWS

2001 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

119,650 mi
Last recorded119,650 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 KWS
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 119,650 miles

engine and undercovers fitted to vehicle

Pass 17 Jul 2018 119,033 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 118,969 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2017 115,673 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 111,503 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 111,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2015 107,024 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 102,584 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 97,934 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2012 93,016 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2011 87,966 miles

Both side front brake discs worn ( lipped heavily)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake pads uneven wear

Pass 27 May 2010 82,354 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 77,070 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 70,754 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 64,055 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 56,176 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 49,153 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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J18 KWS is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 J18 KWS, 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.

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What year was J18 KWS registered?

J18 KWS is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 30 January 2001.

Is J18 KWS safe to buy?

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