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V845 JOO

1999 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

206,108 mi
Last recorded206,108 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 1999 Lexus GS300107,531 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV845 JOO
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 206,108 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 194,104 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 186,579 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 186,579 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 178,874 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 171,171 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 171,171 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 161,880 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 152,419 miles

advise both rear suspension adj bolts evidence of movement

Fail 6 Sep 2010 152,419 miles

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

advise both rear suspension adj bolts evidence of movement

Pass 20 Aug 2009 142,165 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 142,165 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 133,874 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 124,042 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 112,394 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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V845 JOO is a 1999 Lexus GS300 in Blue 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 V845 JOO, 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 V845 JOO registered?

V845 JOO is a 1999 Lexus GS300, first registered on 21 December 1999.

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