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R52 CDC

1998 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,435 mi
Last recorded126,435 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 CDC
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 126,435 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 124,866 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber mounting (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 120,261 miles

Both rear tyres worn inside edges

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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 9 Sep 2010 115,499 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 115,499 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 113,928 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 113,922 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 109,005 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 109,005 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 103,547 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 93,887 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 83,180 miles

advise o/s/r brake pipe and all rear b/ pads

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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R52 CDC is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 113,430 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R52 CDC, 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 R52 CDC registered?

R52 CDC is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R52 CDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 CDC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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