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R562 NGN

1998 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

210,903 mi
Last recorded210,903 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR562 NGN
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2016 210,903 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 210,903 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 204,089 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 204,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 200,786 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Jan 2013 196,566 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 196,566 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 193,523 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 193,523 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 188,725 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 183,490 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 176,821 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 170,780 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 154,183 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 154,183 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2005 135,753 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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R562 NGN is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R562 NGN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R562 NGN registered?

R562 NGN is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is R562 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R562 NGN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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