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R261 TGF

1998 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,592 mi
Last recorded169,592 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2010
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 TGF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2010 169,592 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 156,200 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 150,153 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 140,620 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 140,541 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 125,322 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2005 110,130 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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R261 TGF is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R261 TGF, 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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How do I check the history of R261 TGF?

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What year was R261 TGF registered?

R261 TGF is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R261 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 TGF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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