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R369 SCF

1998 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,098 mi
Last recorded148,098 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR369 SCF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2015 148,098 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 138,852 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 135,003 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 135,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 131,419 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 131,419 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 127,902 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 15 Mar 2011 127,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Feb 2010 124,651 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 120,078 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 120,078 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 116,300 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 116,300 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 110,015 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 103,997 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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R369 SCF is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R369 SCF, 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 R369 SCF registered?

R369 SCF is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 22 April 1998.

Is R369 SCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R369 SCF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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