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P5 RMR

1997 Lexus GS300

Gold Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

94,068 mi
Last recorded94,068 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 RMR
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 94,068 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 86,554 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 86,552 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2016 85,817 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 83,676 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Apr 2015 83,676 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 82,782 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 80,801 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 76,766 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 69,889 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 69,889 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2010 65,925 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 60,866 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 11 Apr 2008 56,773 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 52,301 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 43,014 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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P5 RMR is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Gold with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P5 RMR, 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 P5 RMR registered?

P5 RMR is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 January 1997.

Is P5 RMR safe to buy?

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