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LC51 FBZ

2001 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

106,675 mi
Last recorded106,675 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 FBZ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 106,675 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 102,907 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

body damage to boot

both rear tyres slighty perished

Fail 17 Mar 2016 102,906 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

body damage to boot

both rear tyres slighty perished

Pass 12 Mar 2015 99,630 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 96,261 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 92,474 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 87,037 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 82,731 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 78,716 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

near side front tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 17 Dec 2008 73,956 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

engine light is on

exhaust system corroded

front and rear brake and suspension components corroded

front steering components corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2006 65,808 miles

Noted deterioration to backing of rear registration plate.

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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LC51 FBZ is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LC51 FBZ, 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 LC51 FBZ registered?

LC51 FBZ is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 8 November 2001.

Is LC51 FBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 FBZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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