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S134 VTU

1998 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

124,395 mi
Last recorded124,395 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS134 VTU
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 124,395 miles

Disks corroded and scored

F Wipers needs attantion

N S F T Rod end locking pin missing but its got lock nut on

O S F Tyre got bolge

R Number plate bulbs dim

Washer pump week

Pass 16 Nov 2010 124,385 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 122,476 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 122,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 108,321 miles

ADVISE ALL 4 TYRES CUT ON SIDE WALLS BUT NOT DEEP NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON OUT SIDE EDGE

Pass 19 Dec 2006 105,881 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 100,170 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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S134 VTU is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 113,430 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 S134 VTU, 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 28 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of S134 VTU?

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What year was S134 VTU registered?

S134 VTU is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 25 November 1998.

Is S134 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S134 VTU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S134 VTU have outstanding finance?

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