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W358 SGJ

2000 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

89,391 mi
Last recorded89,391 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Lexus GS300102,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW358 SGJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 89,391 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 83,634 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 68,510 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 68,510 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2022 61,978 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

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

REAR DIFFERENTIAL LEAKING OIL

Pass 4 Jan 2021 56,601 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on both side (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 4 Jan 2021 56,601 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on both side (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 48,554 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 37,169 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 29,217 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 27,508 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 25,967 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 25,528 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2013 25,199 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 25,199 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 25,036 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 24,630 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 24,150 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 24,150 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2009 23,591 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 22,950 miles

n/s front tyre cuts on outer sidewall

Pass 11 May 2007 22,020 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 20,812 miles

Front registration showing some deterioration.

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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W358 SGJ 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 W358 SGJ, 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 W358 SGJ registered?

W358 SGJ is a 2000 Lexus GS300, first registered on 13 June 2000.

Is W358 SGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W358 SGJ 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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