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R161 UDD

1998 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

135,311 mi
Last recorded135,311 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 UDD
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 135,311 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2017 125,596 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 121,403 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

oil leaking

under tray fitted

Pass 6 May 2015 118,641 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 116,437 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 112,551 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre cracking inner wall

offside rear tyre cracking inner wall

Pass 15 May 2012 109,616 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 107,078 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 103,496 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 100,113 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 95,461 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 May 2007 90,491 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

sidewall perished on both front tyres

Pass 16 May 2006 85,934 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 85,934 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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R161 UDD is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R161 UDD, 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 R161 UDD registered?

R161 UDD is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 16 March 1998.

Is R161 UDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R161 UDD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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