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RG02 ONT

2002 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,944 mi
Last recorded85,944 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Lexus GS30090,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG02 ONT
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 85,944 miles

Exhaust system corroded, not leaking

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 13 Aug 2019 85,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Exhaust system corroded, not leaking

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 Jul 2018 80,951 miles

Front pads unevenly worn due to calipers starting to get seized.

Nearside Front brake caliper starting to get seized , wheel not turning freely.

Nearside Front tyre has age cracks.

Offside Front brake caliper starting to get seized , wheel not turning freely.

Offside Front tyre has age cracks

Pass 3 Aug 2017 77,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 72,554 miles

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint has signs of misting

Offside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint has signs of misting

Offside Rear tyre has developed age cracks in outer side wall

Fail 10 Aug 2016 72,554 miles

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint has signs of misting

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint has signs of misting

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear tyre has developed age cracks in outer side wall

Pass 21 Jul 2015 68,529 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 65,827 miles

BOTH FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS SLIGHT LOSS OF GREASE.

BOTH FRONT TYRES EDGES GETTING LOW.

Pass 14 Aug 2013 62,246 miles

loss of grease both front lower ball joints.

Pass 6 Sep 2012 59,471 miles

Both front lower ball joints slight loss of grease.

Front brake squeaking.

Removed clunk click from seat belt.

Pass 29 Sep 2011 57,126 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 54,148 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 49,902 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 40,792 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 29,413 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 21,164 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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RG02 ONT is a 2002 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 90,252 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 RG02 ONT, 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 24 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RG02 ONT registered?

RG02 ONT is a 2002 Lexus GS300, first registered on 6 August 2002.

Is RG02 ONT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG02 ONT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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