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OE02 SDO

2002 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

108,217 mi
Last recorded108,217 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Lexus GS30090,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE02 SDO
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 108,217 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2018 108,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 102,752 miles

engine covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 8 Nov 2017 102,751 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

engine covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 8 Nov 2016 95,649 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit balding on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 87,540 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 80,510 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 75,511 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 70,012 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 60,493 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 54,935 miles

small stone chip to windscreen

Pass 9 Nov 2009 49,259 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 41,638 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 34,456 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 27,474 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 19,025 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 19,025 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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OE02 SDO is a 2002 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 OE02 SDO, 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 OE02 SDO registered?

OE02 SDO is a 2002 Lexus GS300, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is OE02 SDO safe to buy?

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