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V778 DLL

1999 Lexus GS300

Black Lpg 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

284,415 mi
Last recorded284,415 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Lexus GS300107,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV778 DLL
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 284,415 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 284,415 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 284,123 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 284,108 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 283,900 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 283,890 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 283,846 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 283,846 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2019 283,801 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 283,608 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2017 282,091 miles

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

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2016 281,782 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 278,546 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 260,330 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 241,536 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012
Pass 27 Jun 2011 208,114 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 186,261 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 173,263 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 155,757 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 138,071 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 122,945 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres wearing in center off tyres

slight play in n/s rear suspension bush

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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V778 DLL is a 1999 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,997cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 V778 DLL, 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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V778 DLL is a 1999 Lexus GS300, first registered on 4 November 1999.

Is V778 DLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V778 DLL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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