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KLZ 2236

1997 Lexus GS300

Cream Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

138,332 mi
Last recorded138,332 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLZ 2236
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2011 138,332 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 17 Jan 2011 138,332 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 133,187 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 121,819 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 121,819 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 116,294 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 116,294 miles

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

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

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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KLZ 2236 is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Cream with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 KLZ 2236, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KLZ 2236 registered?

KLZ 2236 is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is KLZ 2236 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLZ 2236 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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