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R612 JDM

1998 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,994 mi
Last recorded166,994 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR612 JDM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 166,994 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245 40 18 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 166,157 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, size 245 40 18 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 164,890 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 163,118 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 162,229 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 160,298 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 158,462 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 156,731 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 155,477 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 154,336 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 151,920 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 150,234 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Oct 2012 148,711 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 146,894 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 143,006 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 138,472 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 133,862 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 129,003 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 124,245 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 120,349 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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R612 JDM is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R612 JDM, 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 R612 JDM registered?

R612 JDM is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R612 JDM safe to buy?

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