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R595 VAJ

1997 Lexus GS300

Grey Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,365 mi
Last recorded99,365 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Lexus GS300111,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR595 VAJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 99,365 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 96,604 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Mar 2013 96,604 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 95,685 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front discs slight rusted

rear discs slight rusted

rear discs slightly scored

Pass 1 Oct 2010 94,503 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 92,438 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 89,236 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 89,234 miles

Offside Front 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)

1 front n/s tyre have cuts and outer tread scrub

2 slight play on o/s rear wheel bearing

Pass 2 Oct 2006 86,816 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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R595 VAJ is a 1997 Lexus GS300 in Grey with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 R595 VAJ, 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 R595 VAJ registered?

R595 VAJ is a 1997 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R595 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R595 VAJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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