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R42 HCD

1997 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,306 mi
Last recorded98,306 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR42 HCD
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2016 98,306 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 96,304 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 93,895 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 91,128 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 87,531 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 82,544 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 77,584 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 74,190 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 69,592 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 63,523 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 58,850 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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R42 HCD is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R42 HCD, 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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What year was R42 HCD registered?

R42 HCD is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R42 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R42 HCD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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