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R206 UKH

1998 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

145,256 mi
Last recorded145,256 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR206 UKH
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 145,256 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

rear corrosion throughout

Pass 26 Apr 2021 140,320 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear corrosion throughout

Rear fog lights slightly discoloured

Fail 22 Apr 2021 140,276 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering locking device missing track rod end split pin missing (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear corrosion throughout

Rear fog lights slightly discoloured

Pass 20 May 2020 137,795 miles

o/s n/s rear inner discs corroding

o/s n/s rear lower spring cups corroding

Pass 5 Apr 2019 133,986 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 130,031 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 126,272 miles

both rear tyre age cracking

Pass 4 Apr 2016 122,396 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 119,090 miles

foot brake travel

Fail 30 Mar 2015 118,933 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

foot brake travel

Pass 8 Apr 2014 115,825 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 112,498 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 108,885 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 104,146 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 98,433 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 92,993 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 87,602 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 84,410 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 79,472 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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R206 UKH is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R206 UKH, 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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R206 UKH is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 April 1998.

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