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V175 ERC

2000 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

171,593 mi
Last recorded171,593 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Lexus GS300102,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV175 ERC
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2026 171,593 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached both front drop links (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2025 164,547 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 157,743 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear soft (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear sill to arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 152,903 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 147,715 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 141,042 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 132,442 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 122,988 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 117,939 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 117,939 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 116,275 miles

engine bay and under tray fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2015 115,285 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 114,663 miles

corrosion to rear exhaust

Pass 19 Apr 2013 108,900 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges + small cut to inner sidewalls

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 19 Apr 2013 108,900 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges + small cut to inner sidewalls

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Mar 2012 101,710 miles

oil filter leaking oil

Fail 21 Mar 2012 101,710 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil filter leaking oil

Pass 12 Mar 2011 93,923 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 87,144 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 May 2009 80,230 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 65,285 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 57,111 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 57,025 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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V175 ERC is a 2000 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2000 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 102,702 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 V175 ERC, 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 26 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V175 ERC registered?

V175 ERC is a 2000 Lexus GS300, first registered on 13 January 2000.

Is V175 ERC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V175 ERC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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