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N19 CLJ

1997 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,787 mi
Last recorded132,787 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN19 CLJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 132,787 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 129,678 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 129,677 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 122,407 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 118,470 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 114,272 miles

all 4 tyres slightly deteriorated

Fail 13 Jun 2013 114,272 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

all 4 tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Jul 2012 112,393 miles

windscreen has some light scratching

Pass 4 Jul 2011 110,282 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 106,785 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 101,867 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 98,899 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 91,944 miles

both front tyres wearing off on inner edges

Pass 3 Jul 2006 86,395 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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N19 CLJ is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 111,312 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 N19 CLJ, 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 29 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N19 CLJ registered?

N19 CLJ is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is N19 CLJ safe to buy?

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