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NG02 SZR

2002 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

170,951 mi
Last recorded170,951 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 Lexus GS30090,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG02 SZR
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2022 170,951 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2022 170,951 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2021 166,632 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under tray and engine cover fitted

Fail 28 Mar 2021 166,629 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2020 161,293 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 151,632 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2018 142,237 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced n/s & o/s (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 Mar 2018 142,237 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced n/s & o/s (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 132,047 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 123,715 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 122,601 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 117,788 miles

both rear tyres 2mm

Fail 28 Feb 2013 117,788 miles

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

both rear tyres 2mm

Pass 3 Jul 2010 107,317 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 92,671 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 73,975 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 70,145 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 57,640 miles

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

Offside Front 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 23 Nov 2005 43,512 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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NG02 SZR is a 2002 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2002 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 90,252 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 NG02 SZR, 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 24 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NG02 SZR registered?

NG02 SZR is a 2002 Lexus GS300, first registered on 29 June 2002.

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