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R271 BDC

1997 Lexus GS300

Grey Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

134,596 mi
Last recorded134,596 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR271 BDC
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 134,596 miles

under seal all under body

Pass 29 Apr 2025 133,323 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 130,717 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 130,041 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both side sill covered with side skirts

Pass 15 Feb 2022 129,643 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 122,154 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 121,306 miles

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

offside and nearside rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 11 Jul 2012 120,927 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fuel pipe corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2010 119,162 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 12 Nov 2010 119,162 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 23 Dec 2008 108,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 108,580 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 98,332 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

advise nearside and offside front tyres devoid of tread on the inside edges

Pass 29 Sep 2006 87,512 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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R271 BDC is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Grey with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 111,312 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 R271 BDC, 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 29 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R271 BDC registered?

R271 BDC is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R271 BDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R271 BDC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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