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W501 YRV

2000 Lexus GS300

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

134,076 mi
Last recorded134,076 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 2000 Lexus GS300102,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW501 YRV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2023 134,076 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged not release belt (7.1.2 (b) (i))

general corrosion on suspension components

Pass 15 Aug 2022 130,989 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 126,132 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 122,779 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 121,044 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2018 119,397 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 116,601 miles

Nearside mirror glass damaged

Pass 17 Aug 2016 110,490 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 106,803 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 104,894 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 103,339 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 101,776 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 99,670 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 96,596 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 91,505 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 85,157 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 77,115 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 77,115 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 66,743 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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W501 YRV is a 2000 Lexus GS300 in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 W501 YRV, 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 W501 YRV registered?

W501 YRV is a 2000 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W501 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W501 YRV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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