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R152 PGF

1998 Lexus GS300 SE Auto

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,952 mi
Last recorded117,952 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300 SE Auto117,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR152 PGF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300 SE Auto
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2012 117,952 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 103,883 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 91,739 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 91,739 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 85,334 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 79,211 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Dec 2008 79,211 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 72,578 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 63,864 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus GS300 SE Auto?

Based on 2,088 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 121
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
position lamp(s) not working 36
Stop lamp not working 29
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29
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R152 PGF is a 1998 Lexus GS300 SE Auto in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Lexus GS300 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 117,153 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS300 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R152 PGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS300 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Lexus GS300 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R152 PGF is a 1998 Lexus GS300 SE Auto, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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