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RJ52 KBV

2002 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

96,758 mi
Last recorded96,758 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Lexus GS30090,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ52 KBV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 96,758 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2023 96,758 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 96,215 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 96,172 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 95,860 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 94,220 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 90,605 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 86,569 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 77,182 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2013 70,866 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 65,458 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 54,153 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

restricted view through the wheels unable to fully inspect the braking system

trims fitted to the outer sills unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

Pass 20 Jul 2010 44,072 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 41,402 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 36,432 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 32,226 miles

Nearside Rear 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 21 Nov 2006 26,814 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 19,864 miles

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

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

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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RJ52 KBV is a 2002 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RJ52 KBV, 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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RJ52 KBV is a 2002 Lexus GS300, first registered on 22 November 2002.

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