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R280 NEH

1998 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

127,767 mi
Last recorded127,767 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR280 NEH
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 127,767 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak from automatic gearbox pipes with connect to radiator ()

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 14 May 2018 127,767 miles

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front tyre worn outer edge

Oil leak from automatic gearbox pipes with connect to radiator ()

Pass 4 May 2017 120,456 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 114,970 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 108,232 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 100,312 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 88,636 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 83,610 miles

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)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 83,610 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (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)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 78,405 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 78,405 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 72,875 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 67,633 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 62,829 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 57,535 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 53,464 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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R280 NEH is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R280 NEH, 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 R280 NEH registered?

R280 NEH is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R280 NEH safe to buy?

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