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S161 XRJ

1999 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

136,544 mi
Last recorded136,544 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 1999 Lexus GS300107,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS161 XRJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 136,544 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

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

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

brake fluid leak

Fail 13 Feb 2019 136,544 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

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

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

brake fluid leak

Pass 11 Jan 2018 132,733 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 131,854 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 128,370 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 125,554 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 123,042 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 120,428 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 117,351 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 113,977 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 110,833 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 104,916 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 104,916 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 98,095 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 91,336 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 91,336 miles

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 85,695 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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S161 XRJ is a 1999 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1999 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 107,531 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 S161 XRJ, 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 27 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S161 XRJ registered?

S161 XRJ is a 1999 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S161 XRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S161 XRJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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