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R969 YOA

1998 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,556 mi
Last recorded123,556 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR969 YOA
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2016 123,556 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 122,277 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 122,277 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 120,581 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 118,697 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 116,073 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 112,368 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 107,473 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 103,494 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 99,216 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 91,039 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 91,039 miles

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

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

unable to see raer pads please check

Pass 7 Feb 2006 81,851 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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R969 YOA is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R969 YOA, 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 R969 YOA registered?

R969 YOA is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R969 YOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R969 YOA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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