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P71 JNB

1997 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

39,669 mi
Last recorded39,669 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP71 JNB
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 39,669 miles

both rear tyres worn more on edges ( nearside more )

Pass 5 Mar 2025 39,534 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 39,463 miles

Rear both rear tyres starting to wear slightly on inner edge

Pass 10 Mar 2023 39,148 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 38,970 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 38,498 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively & Discs Contaminated (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil Filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 38,498 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively & Discs Contaminated (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil Filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 38,085 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 37,619 miles

Offside Rear Brake Slight Bind

Pass 24 Apr 2017 37,166 miles

offside rear brake slight bind

Pass 12 Apr 2016 36,614 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 35,986 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 35,236 miles

Both rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 11 Apr 2013 34,406 miles

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Apr 2012 33,754 miles

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Apr 2011 33,216 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 32,269 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 31,517 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 30,663 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 29,431 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 28,038 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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P71 JNB is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P71 JNB, 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 P71 JNB registered?

P71 JNB is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 3 January 1997.

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