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R128 JGU

1998 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

132,823 mi
Last recorded132,823 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR128 JGU
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 132,823 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 128,860 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 123,170 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 120,637 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 97,111 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 97,111 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 95,667 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

nearside rear tyre has a piece of metal in its tread

offside wiperblade split

rear brake discs corroded,may be due to vehicle standing

Pass 1 Jul 2008 94,610 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 92,141 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 80,629 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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R128 JGU is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R128 JGU, 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 R128 JGU registered?

R128 JGU is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R128 JGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R128 JGU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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