CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y583 YRM

2001 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,844 mi
Last recorded151,844 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY583 YRM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2013 151,844 miles

Nearside wing mirror glass missing

Pass 24 Nov 2011 137,941 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 23 Nov 2011 137,938 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Nov 2010 136,311 miles

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

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

slight play n/s/r wheel

Fail 29 Oct 2010 136,311 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

slight play n/s/r wheel

Pass 3 Feb 2010 128,797 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 118,906 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 116,590 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 113,532 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 112,364 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 112,364 miles

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

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

Engine management light on.

Heatshield around downpipe section of exhaust loose.

Pass 12 Apr 2006 89,377 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
Full Lexus GS300 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y583 YRM is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y583 YRM, 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

How do I check the history of Y583 YRM?

You can check the full history of Y583 YRM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y583 YRM registered?

Y583 YRM is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y583 YRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y583 YRM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y583 YRM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y583 YRM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.