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R430 YTW

1997 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

183,656 mi
Last recorded183,656 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR430 YTW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 183,656 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 167,102 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 139,387 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 139,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 99,410 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 104,993 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 92,261 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 92,260 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 20 Oct 2012 81,413 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 81,339 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 78,028 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 76,549 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 73,200 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 68,747 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 62,791 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 57,011 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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R430 YTW is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R430 YTW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R430 YTW registered?

R430 YTW is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 24 November 1997.

Is R430 YTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R430 YTW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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