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R118 PJH

1998 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

157,081 mi
Last recorded157,081 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR118 PJH
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2021 157,081 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 157,080 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 145,345 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 131,835 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 24 Aug 2018 131,835 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Jul 2017 122,387 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced plastic lens cover (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre at 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre has cut across width of tread but not deep enough to reach cords/ply

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced plastic lens cover (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 122,387 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced plastic lens cover (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre at 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre has cut across width of tread but not deep enough to reach cords/ply

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced plastic lens cover (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2016 110,614 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 106,400 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 102,833 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 99,741 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 97,197 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 92,394 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 88,485 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 85,141 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 82,655 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 79,250 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 75,426 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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R118 PJH is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Silver 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 R118 PJH, 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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R118 PJH is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 25 April 1998.

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