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WJ51 EEN

2001 Lexus GS300

Grey Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

176,933 mi
Last recorded176,933 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ51 EEN
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 176,933 miles

advise exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2014 166,040 miles

advise both front tyres worn on outer edges 235/45/17

Pass 28 Aug 2013 151,351 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise warning lights on dash

Pass 3 Sep 2012 133,809 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

eml light on

slight play in steering column but not to excess at present

Pass 16 Sep 2011 118,741 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 118,454 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 102,621 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 86,878 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 65,224 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 43,258 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 30,405 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 30,405 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside front tyre

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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WJ51 EEN is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Grey with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 94,621 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 WJ51 EEN, 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 25 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ51 EEN registered?

WJ51 EEN is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 24 September 2001.

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