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LJ02 NXR

2002 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

129,472 mi
Last recorded129,472 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus GS30090,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ02 NXR
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 129,472 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 125,443 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 119,917 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 113,071 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 105,618 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 99,485 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 88,901 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 88,081 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 88,081 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18/21 (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 86,395 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 85,017 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 83,985 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 80,886 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 78,293 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 76,014 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 72,610 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 68,581 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 66,045 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 62,212 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 59,535 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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LJ02 NXR is a 2002 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2002 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 90,252 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 LJ02 NXR, 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 24 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ02 NXR registered?

LJ02 NXR is a 2002 Lexus GS300, first registered on 2 April 2002.

Is LJ02 NXR safe to buy?

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