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MJ08 DDV

2008 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,611 mi
Last recorded66,611 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS30066,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 DDV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 66,611 miles

both front shocks have light misting of oil

rear brake pads low

Pass 28 Jul 2016 61,933 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front wiper split

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 8 Jul 2016 61,932 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside wiper split

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2015 53,384 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 51,985 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

various minor paint/body damage

Pass 10 May 2013 44,087 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)

Pass 16 May 2012 36,030 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 28,557 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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MJ08 DDV is a 2008 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 66,526 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 MJ08 DDV, 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 18 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MJ08 DDV is a 2008 Lexus GS300, first registered on 2 June 2008.

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