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R237 WJF

1998 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

168,656 mi
Last recorded168,656 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 WJF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2012 168,656 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Feb 2012 168,472 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2011 160,333 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 155,864 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 153,945 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 149,669 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 114,241 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 128,553 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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R237 WJF is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R237 WJF, 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 R237 WJF registered?

R237 WJF is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R237 WJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R237 WJF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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