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R624 CMX

1998 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,439 mi
Last recorded155,439 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR624 CMX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 155,439 miles

front brake balance high (but withi limits)

nearside front tyre (inner) tread (getting low).

offside front tyre (inner) tread worn (nearing)

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Fail 5 Apr 2013 155,439 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake balance high (but withi limits)

nearside front tyre (inner) tread (getting low).

offside front tyre (inner) tread worn (nearing)

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 5 Apr 2012 150,357 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 144,576 miles

both front tyres nearing limit

both rear tyres getting low

brake fluid level between min and max level.

rear brake pads look very low

Pass 19 Mar 2010 140,264 miles

slight damage to n/s front seat belt

Pass 2 Mar 2009 134,993 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 129,635 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2007 118,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 118,018 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 104,098 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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R624 CMX is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R624 CMX, 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 R624 CMX registered?

R624 CMX is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R624 CMX safe to buy?

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