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RO57 VTN

2008 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,070 mi
Last recorded115,070 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS30066,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO57 VTN
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 115,070 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 113,226 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 111,514 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 108,901 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 105,299 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 105,299 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 102,478 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 100,099 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 94,765 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 90,708 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 85,135 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2016 85,135 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 75,822 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 68,067 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 60,134 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 51,624 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 Dec 2011 44,481 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 40,486 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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RO57 VTN is a 2008 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RO57 VTN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO57 VTN registered?

RO57 VTN is a 2008 Lexus GS300, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is RO57 VTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO57 VTN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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