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P362 ODT

1997 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

123,073 mi
Last recorded123,073 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP362 ODT
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 123,073 miles

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 116,026 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 107,118 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 95,501 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering component damaged but serviceable Steering rack leaking slightly NSF (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 2 Dec 2015 95,439 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering component damaged but serviceable Steering rack leaking slightly NSF (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 90,011 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 89,142 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 86,093 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 83,960 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 82,023 miles

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

Nearside Front rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 80,832 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 76,829 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 72,744 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 67,788 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 72,366 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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P362 ODT is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P362 ODT, 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 P362 ODT registered?

P362 ODT is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P362 ODT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P362 ODT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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