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P391 APF

1997 Lexus GS300

Grey Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,425 mi
Last recorded95,425 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP391 APF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2013 95,425 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2012 93,471 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 89,556 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 84,905 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 79,777 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 73,952 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 68,406 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 62,798 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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P391 APF is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Grey with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P391 APF, 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 P391 APF registered?

P391 APF is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P391 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P391 APF shows 8 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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