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N4 REN

1997 Lexus GS300

Grey Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

47,527 mi
Last recorded47,527 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN4 REN
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 47,527 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 47,457 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 47,416 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 47,213 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 44,741 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 44,082 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2017 42,659 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 41,454 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 35,975 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 32,222 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 28,809 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 27,490 miles

offside front washer jet partly blocked

Pass 23 Sep 2010 26,378 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 24,698 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 23,153 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2007 22,146 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 22,146 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 20,953 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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N4 REN is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Grey with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N4 REN, 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 N4 REN registered?

N4 REN is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is N4 REN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N4 REN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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