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P396 PLN

1996 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

151,005 mi
Last recorded151,005 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Lexus GS300120,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP396 PLN
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 151,005 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 151,004 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 149,207 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 134,952 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 134,952 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 125,687 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 125,687 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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P396 PLN is a 1996 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 120,267 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 P396 PLN, 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 30 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P396 PLN registered?

P396 PLN is a 1996 Lexus GS300, first registered on 30 September 1996.

Is P396 PLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P396 PLN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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