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R273 JNJ

1998 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

168,151 mi
Last recorded168,151 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR273 JNJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 168,151 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides "D"bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

undertrays fitted covering componants

Pass 12 Sep 2014 153,260 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 145,490 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 145,490 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 137,240 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 135,413 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 132,175 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 128,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 123,527 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 119,331 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 114,670 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2005 111,692 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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R273 JNJ is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R273 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.

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What year was R273 JNJ registered?

R273 JNJ is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 29 April 1998.

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