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R432 XJV

1997 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,765 mi
Last recorded92,765 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR432 XJV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 92,765 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 79,753 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 72,094 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 64,512 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

damaged to n/s/f and o/s/f sill

Fail 21 Mar 2007 64,512 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

damaged to n/s/front sill

damaged to o/s/ front sill

Pass 7 Mar 2006 61,838 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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R432 XJV is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R432 XJV, 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 R432 XJV registered?

R432 XJV is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R432 XJV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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