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MV04 VDX

2004 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

157,602 mi
Last recorded157,602 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Lexus GS30083,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV04 VDX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 157,602 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 156,966 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 155,698 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 153,551 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 150,974 miles

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Sep 2014 148,193 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 147,060 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 145,638 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 144,517 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Jun 2010 142,383 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 142,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

nearside mirror glass damaged

rear discs worn

rear pads low

wiper blades smearing screen slightly

Pass 3 Jun 2009 138,397 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 128,253 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 115,231 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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MV04 VDX is a 2004 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2004 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 83,975 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 MV04 VDX, 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 22 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MV04 VDX registered?

MV04 VDX is a 2004 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 March 2004.

Is MV04 VDX safe to buy?

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