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W862 MCD

2000 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

182,984 mi
Last recorded182,984 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 2000 Lexus GS300102,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW862 MCD
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2023 182,984 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 178,838 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 178,822 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush all front arm bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2017 178,419 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear exhaust tail pipe has corrosion

Fail 2 May 2017 178,362 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear exhaust tail pipe has corrosion

Pass 12 May 2016 170,354 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 157,941 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 157,787 miles

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

offside mirror tainted

Pass 13 May 2014 146,593 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 146,539 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2013 134,564 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 123,952 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 108,010 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 92,254 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 80,677 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 72,934 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 67,348 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 62,125 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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W862 MCD is a 2000 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W862 MCD, 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 W862 MCD registered?

W862 MCD is a 2000 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 April 2000.

Is W862 MCD safe to buy?

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