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R568 XBC

1998 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,092 mi
Last recorded124,092 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR568 XBC
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 124,092 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 124,092 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 122,189 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 117,246 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 116,267 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 113,466 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 111,220 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 108,644 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 106,196 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 104,057 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 102,435 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 89,190 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 80,756 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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R568 XBC is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R568 XBC, 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 R568 XBC registered?

R568 XBC is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R568 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R568 XBC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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