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P979 GMM

1996 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,493 mi
Last recorded145,493 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2010
Typical for 1996 Lexus GS300120,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP979 GMM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2010 145,493 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 139,858 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 130,167 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 120,668 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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P979 GMM is a 1996 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P979 GMM, 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 P979 GMM registered?

P979 GMM is a 1996 Lexus GS300, first registered on 16 August 1996.

Is P979 GMM safe to buy?

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