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P990 LSX

1996 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,172 mi
Last recorded173,172 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 1996 Lexus GS300120,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP990 LSX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 22 Feb 2023 173,172 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated secondary bonnet lock damaged (3.1 (c))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails and lower body panels covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 173,112 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle and arms corroded

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 173,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 173,018 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 172,858 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 172,782 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 172,717 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 172,761 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 172,701 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 172,632 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 172,548 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 172,421 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 172,183 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 171,602 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 169,336 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 164,587 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 159,516 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 140,427 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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P990 LSX is a 1996 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 P990 LSX, 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 P990 LSX registered?

P990 LSX is a 1996 Lexus GS300, first registered on 17 September 1996.

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