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R724 DBW

1998 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

127,415 mi
Last recorded127,415 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR724 DBW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 127,415 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear exhaust joint badly corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2021 127,423 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 127,410 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 127,293 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 126,557 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 125,182 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 124,253 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 123,944 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 122,892 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 121,373 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 118,898 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 118,898 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 117,429 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 113,049 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 112,356 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 110,098 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 108,033 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 108,033 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

unable to see rear pads

Pass 4 Jun 2007 102,065 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 93,775 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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R724 DBW 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 85%.

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 R724 DBW, 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 R724 DBW registered?

R724 DBW is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 April 1998.

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