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RK08 KNC

2008 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,950 mi
Last recorded92,950 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS30066,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 KNC
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2025 92,950 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 84,500 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 75,288 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 63,200 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 61,990 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 57,974 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 53,451 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 48,322 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2018 46,717 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear knocking?

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brakes squealing

Pass 15 Apr 2017 44,617 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 41,280 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 38,119 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2014 35,392 miles

engine undershield fitted at time of test

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 May 2013 31,177 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2012 26,650 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 19,024 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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RK08 KNC is a 2008 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 66,526 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 RK08 KNC, 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 18 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RK08 KNC registered?

RK08 KNC is a 2008 Lexus GS300, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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