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R111 RNT

1998 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,311 mi
Last recorded127,311 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2019
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 RNT
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2019 127,311 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 28 Dec 2019 127,310 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm read on cords (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2018 124,685 miles

Offside mirror glass worn

parking brake requires adjustment

Pass 21 Dec 2017 121,048 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 116,668 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 116,668 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 28 Dec 2015 112,517 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 110,847 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 108,827 miles

Oil leak

offside front mirror deteriorated

Pass 10 Jul 2012 107,111 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 105,678 miles

offside front headlamp washer insecure

offside front mirror slightly deteriorated,not affecting the rear view

Pass 21 Aug 2010 104,065 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 102,349 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 100,508 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 97,877 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 94,229 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 94,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rears and offside front tyres craking on treads and side walls

Pass 20 May 2005 85,145 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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R111 RNT is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 113,430 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 R111 RNT, 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 28 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R111 RNT registered?

R111 RNT is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R111 RNT safe to buy?

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