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R54 XBT

1997 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

216,520 mi
Last recorded216,520 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 XBT
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2012 216,520 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 194,894 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 194,894 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 170,120 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 134,085 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 118,123 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 118,123 miles

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

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

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

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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R54 XBT is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 R54 XBT, 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 R54 XBT registered?

R54 XBT is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R54 XBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R54 XBT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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