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T225 MKE

1999 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,984 mi
Last recorded143,984 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 1999 Lexus GS300107,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT225 MKE
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 143,984 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 139,185 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 135,539 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 132,864 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 129,000 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Dec 2011 128,997 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Jan 2011 126,531 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 126,531 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 121,120 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 114,365 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 114,365 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 107,525 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear seat back loose

Pass 1 Mar 2007 98,853 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 76,814 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 76,814 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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T225 MKE is a 1999 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T225 MKE, 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 T225 MKE registered?

T225 MKE is a 1999 Lexus GS300, first registered on 16 April 1999.

Is T225 MKE safe to buy?

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