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R260 KGP

1998 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,984 mi
Last recorded91,984 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR260 KGP
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 91,984 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 89,804 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 87,157 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 85,556 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 80,945 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 78,624 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 75,185 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 70,967 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Jan 2013 67,880 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 67,880 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2011 64,552 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 64,552 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2011 61,062 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 56,886 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 56,886 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 52,305 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 45,624 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 38,133 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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R260 KGP is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R260 KGP, 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 R260 KGP registered?

R260 KGP is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 29 June 1998.

Is R260 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R260 KGP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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