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W408 PGU

2000 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

160,169 mi
Last recorded160,169 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Lexus GS300102,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW408 PGU
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 160,169 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

a b s pump sighns off leakage not at time off test

o s f tyre low on pressure

oil leaks

Fail 10 May 2016 160,157 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

a b s pump sighns off leakage not at time off test

o s f tyre low on pressure

oil leaks

Pass 22 Apr 2015 150,761 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 150,734 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 6 May 2014 137,612 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2014 137,612 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 133,090 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 133,090 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 127,652 miles

nearside and offside front tyres wearing on edges

nearside rear tyre has cuts in outer side wall

offside front tyre has cuts in outer side wall

Fail 10 May 2011 117,674 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

hand brake warning lamp flickering

Pass 10 May 2011 117,674 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

hand brake warning lamp flickering

Pass 29 Apr 2010 103,446 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 95,784 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 92,922 miles

n/s/f wheel rim damaged

Fail 6 May 2008 92,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 12 May 2007 89,656 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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W408 PGU is a 2000 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 W408 PGU, 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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W408 PGU is a 2000 Lexus GS300, first registered on 10 March 2000.

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