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R613 JDM

1998 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

193,378 mi
Last recorded193,378 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR613 JDM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 193,378 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 178,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 157,969 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 146,357 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 139,500 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 132,721 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 126,937 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 126,806 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 122,225 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 118,111 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 112,758 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 105,142 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 93,641 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 87,634 miles

slight play in n/s/f lower ball joint

Pass 17 Oct 2006 80,390 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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R613 JDM is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R613 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 R613 JDM registered?

R613 JDM is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R613 JDM safe to buy?

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