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L300 DJA

1997 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,212 mi
Last recorded145,212 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL300 DJA
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2009 145,212 miles

Oil leak

o/s/front wiper blade torn but clearing screen ok

Pass 24 Oct 2008 140,259 miles

slight play in steering rack both sides

Pass 10 Oct 2007 130,947 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 123,538 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 123,406 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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 31 Oct 2005 113,757 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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L300 DJA is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L300 DJA, 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

How do I check the history of L300 DJA?

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What year was L300 DJA registered?

L300 DJA is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is L300 DJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L300 DJA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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