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M557 ALD

1994 Lexus GS300

Grey Petrol 2954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

64,106 mi
Last recorded64,106 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2015
Typical for 1994 Lexus GS300132,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM557 ALD
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,954cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2015 64,106 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 63,399 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Jan 2014 63,380 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jan 2013 61,915 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2012 60,370 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 58,648 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2010 56,547 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 54,786 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 52,730 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 50,848 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 48,507 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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M557 ALD is a 1994 Lexus GS300 in Grey with a 2,954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 M557 ALD, 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 M557 ALD registered?

M557 ALD is a 1994 Lexus GS300, first registered on 30 August 1994.

Is M557 ALD safe to buy?

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