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P302 FBW

1997 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,158 mi
Last recorded114,158 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2009
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP302 FBW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2009 114,158 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 104,782 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 92,675 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2006 80,469 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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P302 FBW is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P302 FBW, 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 P302 FBW registered?

P302 FBW is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P302 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P302 FBW shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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