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V962 FBD

1999 Lexus GS300

Blue Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

135,931 mi
Last recorded135,931 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2014
Typical for 1999 Lexus GS300107,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV962 FBD
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2014 135,931 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 131,462 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 127,224 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 127,224 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 115,697 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 194,526 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 179,167 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 179,167 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 161,718 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 148,496 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 139,848 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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V962 FBD is a 1999 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V962 FBD, 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 V962 FBD registered?

V962 FBD is a 1999 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V962 FBD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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