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S492 BMA

1999 Lexus GS300 SE Auto

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,072 mi
Last recorded147,072 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2008
Typical for 1999 Lexus GS300 SE Auto108,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS492 BMA
MakeLexus
ModelGS300 SE Auto
Year1999
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2008 147,072 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 147,072 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 133,279 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 117,440 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 100,720 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus GS300 SE Auto?

Based on 2,088 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 121
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
position lamp(s) not working 36
Stop lamp not working 29
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29
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S492 BMA is a 1999 Lexus GS300 SE Auto in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Lexus GS300 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 108,569 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS300 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S492 BMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS300 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Lexus GS300 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S492 BMA registered?

S492 BMA is a 1999 Lexus GS300 SE Auto, first registered on 28 January 1999.

Is S492 BMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S492 BMA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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