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R417 JFD

1998 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

131,101 mi
Last recorded131,101 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR417 JFD
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 131,101 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Oct 2015 125,325 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 27 Oct 2015 125,320 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BOTH BOXES (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 114,315 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 114,315 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 112,592 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 109,866 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 106,954 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 101,414 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 95,639 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 91,116 miles

extensive surface corrosion on chassis and subframe components

Pass 6 Dec 2007 86,151 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 79,156 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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R417 JFD is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R417 JFD, 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 R417 JFD registered?

R417 JFD is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 January 1998.

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