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R372 RBD

1998 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,837 mi
Last recorded122,837 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR372 RBD
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2013 122,837 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

exhaust system deteriorated.

Pass 11 Jun 2013 122,837 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

exhaust system deteriorated.

Pass 5 May 2012 121,001 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 4 May 2012 121,001 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 120,709 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 114,779 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 106,746 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 88,146 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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R372 RBD is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 113,430 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R372 RBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R372 RBD registered?

R372 RBD is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R372 RBD safe to buy?

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