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L397 KJM

1994 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

232,499 mi
Last recorded232,499 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2009
Typical for 1994 Lexus GS300132,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL397 KJM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2009 232,499 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 227,943 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Jun 2008 227,941 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Oil leak

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 225,019 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 225,015 miles

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

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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L397 KJM is a 1994 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1994 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 132,262 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 L397 KJM, 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 32 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L397 KJM registered?

L397 KJM is a 1994 Lexus GS300, first registered on 26 April 1994.

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