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R487 ABD

1997 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,718 mi
Last recorded134,718 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 ABD
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2010 134,718 miles

Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 May 2009 122,464 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 119,674 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 116,284 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 112,994 miles

oil on steering rack + slight play in column

rear pads low

rear tyres low + nails

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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R487 ABD is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R487 ABD, 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 R487 ABD registered?

R487 ABD is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R487 ABD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R487 ABD shows 5 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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