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P8 CNS

1997 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

137,199 mi
Last recorded137,199 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 CNS
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 137,199 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 135,565 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 134,967 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 132,162 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 124,339 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Dec 2014 124,339 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 120,887 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 116,773 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 112,931 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 107,605 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 107,605 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 100,702 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 93,837 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 86,621 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 86,621 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 79,497 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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P8 CNS is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Black 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 P8 CNS, 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 P8 CNS registered?

P8 CNS is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P8 CNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 CNS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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