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R414 BOF

1998 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,698 mi
Last recorded160,698 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR414 BOF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2010 160,698 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 147,133 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 135,177 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 123,898 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 123,898 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front lower arm ball jonts slight lift

Fail 31 Jul 2007 123,824 miles

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 112,480 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 101,354 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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R414 BOF is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Black 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 R414 BOF, 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 R414 BOF registered?

R414 BOF is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R414 BOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R414 BOF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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