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S567 JGM

1998 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

177,023 mi
Last recorded177,023 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2011
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS567 JGM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2011 177,023 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 170,715 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 160,454 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 155,480 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 155,292 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 38,464 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 27 Oct 2006 128,491 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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S567 JGM is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Bronze 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 S567 JGM, 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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What year was S567 JGM registered?

S567 JGM is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is S567 JGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S567 JGM 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.

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