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P474 RUW

1996 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

139,473 mi
Last recorded139,473 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 Lexus GS300120,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP474 RUW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2014 139,473 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 139,473 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 134,358 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 126,180 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 118,977 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 112,527 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 104,881 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 96,107 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 86,396 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 76,461 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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P474 RUW is a 1996 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P474 RUW, 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 P474 RUW registered?

P474 RUW is a 1996 Lexus GS300, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P474 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P474 RUW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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