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R420 YKP

1997 Lexus GS300

Grey Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

185,100 mi
Last recorded185,100 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR420 YKP
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2012 185,100 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

nearside front tyre damaged on outer sidewall

nearside front tyre worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge

nearside front wiper blade split

nearside rear tyre damaged on outer sidewall

offside front tyre worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge

Pass 6 May 2011 172,046 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 160,362 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 160,362 miles

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

front and rear pads worn low. 3mm approx.

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge.

offside rear silencer starting to corrode.

Pass 8 May 2009 147,486 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2008 134,000 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 117,597 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 105,800 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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R420 YKP is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Grey with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 111,312 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 R420 YKP, 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 29 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R420 YKP is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R420 YKP safe to buy?

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