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RWH 917S

1971 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,974 mi
Last recorded94,974 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWH 917S
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2009 94,974 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 94,974 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 89,331 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 83,511 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 83,511 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 77,884 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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RWH 917S is a 1971 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RWH 917S, 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 55 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RWH 917S?

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What year was RWH 917S registered?

RWH 917S is a 1971 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is RWH 917S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWH 917S shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RWH 917S have outstanding finance?

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