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R494 NNW

1998 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

160,147 mi
Last recorded160,147 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR494 NNW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 160,147 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2026 160,147 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 156,424 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 156,424 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 149,598 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 149,577 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 149,577 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 149,499 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 148,204 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 147,132 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 145,623 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 134,187 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 129,635 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 125,347 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2015 125,347 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 118,565 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 118,565 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 111,109 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 94,676 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 87,324 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 84,762 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 81,658 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 76,989 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 72,729 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 72,729 miles

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 68,267 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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R494 NNW is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 113,430 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 R494 NNW, 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 28 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R494 NNW registered?

R494 NNW is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R494 NNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R494 NNW shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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