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R284 BLF

1998 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

164,183 mi
Last recorded164,183 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR284 BLF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 164,183 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 163,501 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 162,137 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 160,169 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 158,397 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 158,397 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 155,366 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 152,892 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 149,913 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 147,671 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 144,190 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006 131,108 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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R284 BLF is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Green 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 R284 BLF, 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 R284 BLF registered?

R284 BLF is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 12 January 1998.

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The MOT history for R284 BLF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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