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X266 HMY

2001 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

183,346 mi
Last recorded183,346 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX266 HMY
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 183,346 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 170,197 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2017 170,197 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2016 163,367 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 157,781 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 150,451 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 141,019 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 126,449 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 119,455 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 112,484 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 85,065 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 72,187 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 59,317 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 48,243 miles

all tyres worn on edges

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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X266 HMY is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 X266 HMY, 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.

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What year was X266 HMY registered?

X266 HMY is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is X266 HMY safe to buy?

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