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R660 RCF

1998 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

97,210 mi
Last recorded97,210 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR660 RCF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 97,210 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 97,210 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 94,287 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 91,550 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 91,550 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 88,714 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

slight oil contamination on offside steering rack

Pass 4 Sep 2013 85,761 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 82,337 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 78,846 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 74,285 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 72,393 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 69,701 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 66,137 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 62,862 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 58,796 miles

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

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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R660 RCF is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R660 RCF, 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 R660 RCF registered?

R660 RCF is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 26 June 1998.

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The MOT history for R660 RCF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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