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K100 PET

1997 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

105,572 mi
Last recorded105,572 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK100 PET
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 105,572 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 105,299 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 104,808 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 104,090 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 103,017 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 102,085 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 100,734 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 99,164 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 16 Nov 2009 97,351 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)

Offside Front 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 17 Nov 2008 95,210 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 93,175 miles

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

oil leak from filter

Fail 12 Nov 2007 93,034 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 90,718 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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K100 PET is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 111,312 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 K100 PET, 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 29 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K100 PET registered?

K100 PET is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is K100 PET safe to buy?

The MOT history for K100 PET shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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