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R510 JKO

1998 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

170,356 mi
Last recorded170,356 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR510 JKO
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2012 170,356 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 162,756 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Sep 2011 162,736 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 154,041 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 49,732 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 49,732 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 138,432 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 136,031 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 130,742 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 130,742 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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R510 JKO is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R510 JKO, 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 R510 JKO registered?

R510 JKO is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R510 JKO safe to buy?

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