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P83 RHM

1996 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

112,000 mi
Last recorded112,000 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 1996 Lexus GS300120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP83 RHM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 112,000 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 109,940 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 104,621 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 95,696 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 91,647 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 87,633 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 85,142 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 81,029 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 74,789 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 68,963 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2008 68,963 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 63,800 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 58,372 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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P83 RHM is a 1996 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P83 RHM, 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 P83 RHM registered?

P83 RHM is a 1996 Lexus GS300, first registered on 30 October 1996.

Is P83 RHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P83 RHM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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