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R266 JNJ

1998 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

153,022 mi
Last recorded153,022 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR266 JNJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 153,022 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

WHEEL COVERS FITTED / SILL COVERS FITTED X UNDER TRAY / SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F BOTTOM BALL JOINT / VERY SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F BOTTOM BALL JOINT / DAMAGE TO FRONT SILLS X FLOOR PANS /

Pass 25 Jul 2013 54,155 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 137,429 miles

O/S HAND BRAKE LITTLE LOW

SLIGHT PLAY X KNOCK ON N/S/F TOP BALL JOINT / SLIGHT PITTING ON O/S/F BRAKE DISC / SILL COVERS FITTED / TYRES STARTING TO CUT OUT ON INNER EDGES

Pass 25 May 2012 121,814 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 121,814 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 27 May 2011 117,197 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 112,197 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Fail 14 May 2010 112,197 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 21 May 2009 107,404 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 102,228 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 96,298 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 91,600 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 91,550 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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R266 JNJ is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R266 JNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R266 JNJ registered?

R266 JNJ is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 29 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R266 JNJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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