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W217 TLH

2000 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

149,644 mi
Last recorded149,644 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Lexus GS300102,702 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW217 TLH
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2016 149,644 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid master cylinder (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 144,758 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 144,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 140,776 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 134,878 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 128,654 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear uneven on inner edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front number plate cracked

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 124,061 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 116,672 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight auto transmission leak

Pass 3 Aug 2009 110,302 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 104,311 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 104,311 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 98,307 miles

both front lower ball joints slight play

Pass 4 Aug 2006 93,187 miles

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

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

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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W217 TLH is a 2000 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 W217 TLH, 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 W217 TLH registered?

W217 TLH is a 2000 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 June 2000.

Is W217 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W217 TLH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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