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R885 DPP

1998 Lexus GS300

Black Lpg 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

241,107 mi
Last recorded241,107 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR885 DPP
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2015 241,107 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 239,464 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 236,322 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 229,609 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 222,140 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 217,721 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 211,166 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 205,784 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

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

Pass 21 May 2007 197,176 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 May 2006 188,106 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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R885 DPP is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,997cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R885 DPP, 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 R885 DPP registered?

R885 DPP is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R885 DPP safe to buy?

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