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T42 RVE

1999 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

145,080 mi
Last recorded145,080 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 1999 Lexus GS300107,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT42 RVE
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1999
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 145,080 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2015 137,753 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 130,969 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 123,416 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 116,731 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 116,731 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 110,296 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 102,732 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 95,414 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 87,634 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 27 Mar 2007 79,509 miles

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2006 69,595 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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T42 RVE is a 1999 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T42 RVE, 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 T42 RVE registered?

T42 RVE is a 1999 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 April 1999.

Is T42 RVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T42 RVE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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