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P321 LEX

1997 Lexus GS300

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

89,663 mi
Last recorded89,663 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP321 LEX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 89,663 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 82,568 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 82,467 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 75,819 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 75,819 miles

Headlamp aim too low both side (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 71,513 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 67,686 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 63,821 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 57,682 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 47,234 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 47,234 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 47,121 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 46,012 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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P321 LEX is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P321 LEX, 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 P321 LEX registered?

P321 LEX is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 January 1997.

Is P321 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P321 LEX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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