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R39 OVN

1998 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

151,352 mi
Last recorded151,352 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 OVN
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2012 151,352 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 142,384 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 142,384 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 140,542 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 137,742 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 136,554 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 129,306 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 129,306 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 121,026 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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R39 OVN is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R39 OVN, 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 R39 OVN registered?

R39 OVN is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 12 January 1998.

Is R39 OVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R39 OVN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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