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R961 MEH

1998 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

191,284 mi
Last recorded191,284 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR961 MEH
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 191,284 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 191,266 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 186,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 186,431 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 180,522 miles

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

oil leak on engine

Pass 6 Aug 2012 175,013 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 172,105 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 165,272 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 158,469 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 151,615 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 144,531 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 137,295 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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R961 MEH is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R961 MEH, 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 R961 MEH registered?

R961 MEH is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 15 May 1998.

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