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P658 KDM

1997 Lexus GS300

Gold Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,644 mi
Last recorded172,644 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP658 KDM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2011 172,644 miles

Oil leak

front no plate deteriorated

n/s headlight chipped

n/s/f indicator damaged

Pass 1 Oct 2009 158,214 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

long travel at park brake

n/s headlight damaged

o/s/r worn at inner edge

Pass 4 Sep 2008 149,262 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 149,262 miles

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2007 134,117 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 122,298 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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P658 KDM is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Gold with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P658 KDM, 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 P658 KDM registered?

P658 KDM is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 5 February 1997.

Is P658 KDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P658 KDM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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