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OW51 KTV

2001 Lexus GS300

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,010 mi
Last recorded135,010 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW51 KTV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 135,010 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 134,593 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 134,583 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both sides (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Oct 2014 125,163 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2014 125,163 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 114,013 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 102,362 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 102,359 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 82,740 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 77,141 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 68,429 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 61,894 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 55,777 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 55,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 50,831 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 47,064 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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OW51 KTV is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 94,621 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OW51 KTV, 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 25 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OW51 KTV registered?

OW51 KTV is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 19 October 2001.

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