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RE51 UZR

2001 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

189,789 mi
Last recorded189,789 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE51 UZR
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2019 189,789 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault VSC warning light on (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions sidewall and edge very badly worn, sidewall instructions worn through (5.2.3 (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached ,rear bush bonding failed & split (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

bonnet catch faulty

corrosion:- suspension, exhaust

emissions erratic during test

engine management warning light on

engine overheats during emissions test & temperature reading high

lexus cover panels fitted:- underside, engine, outer sills

offside front outer door handle broken, remaining part working

offside handbrake poor

secondary bonnet catch faulty

tyre condition poor:- nearside rear worn, on limit and nail in tread

unable to fully check seatbelt, suspension and other components mounting areas due to boot lid not opening

unable to fully see brake pads [vehicle design] suspect rear pads low

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 184,090 miles

Nearside Front anti roll bar slightly bent

Fail 17 Nov 2017 184,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front anti roll bar slightly bent

Pass 17 Nov 2016 173,290 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 173,290 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 152,263 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 126,518 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 103,754 miles

all four tyres cracking

Pass 16 Aug 2012 96,149 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 90,135 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 85,864 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 81,967 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 81,967 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 81,867 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 81,426 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 74,590 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 65,993 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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RE51 UZR is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 94,621 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RE51 UZR, 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 25 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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RE51 UZR is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 23 October 2001.

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