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T285 MEF

1999 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,701 mi
Last recorded148,701 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2011
Typical for 1999 Lexus GS300107,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT285 MEF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2011 148,701 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 148,696 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2010 143,845 miles

brake fluid level low

rear exhaust system rusty

unable to check outersills fully due to side pannels

Pass 9 Jul 2009 139,388 miles

same advisories as test number:302294589174

Fail 3 Jul 2009 139,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2008 133,242 miles

slight play in n/s and o/s rear, lower link arm bushes

tail end exhaust pipes deteriorated

unable to check metal brake pipes fully due to protective coating

unable to check underside of vehicle fully due to lower panels fitted from front to rear

uneven wear showing on inner sides of front brake discs

Pass 11 Jul 2007 122,946 miles

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

unable to check outersills fully due to sidepanels fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2006 115,465 miles

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

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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T285 MEF is a 1999 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 T285 MEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T285 MEF registered?

T285 MEF is a 1999 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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