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X228 BAK

2000 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

186,113 mi
Last recorded186,113 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2000 Lexus GS300102,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX228 BAK
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 186,113 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 192,896 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 179,021 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

osr inner sill corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2019 173,980 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 168,848 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 162,665 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 153,264 miles

Offside Front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 19 Feb 2015 142,024 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 132,525 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Feb 2014 132,515 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Feb 2013 123,358 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Feb 2012 115,711 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 104,523 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 95,263 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 84,207 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 74,499 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 65,144 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 56,566 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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X228 BAK is a 2000 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 X228 BAK, 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 X228 BAK registered?

X228 BAK is a 2000 Lexus GS300, first registered on 21 September 2000.

Is X228 BAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X228 BAK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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