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R72 MVV

1998 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

137,275 mi
Last recorded137,275 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR72 MVV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 137,275 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 126,653 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 113,746 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 97,991 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 97,981 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 84,227 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 62,117 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 49,546 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 48,671 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 46,327 miles

Offside Rear 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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R72 MVV is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R72 MVV, 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 R72 MVV registered?

R72 MVV is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R72 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R72 MVV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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