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Y596 PLF

2001 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2011
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,986 mi
Last recorded95,986 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2010
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY596 PLF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2010 95,986 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 88,173 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 82,754 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 74,701 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 70,514 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 59,289 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 35,001 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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Y596 PLF is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y596 PLF, 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 Y596 PLF registered?

Y596 PLF is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y596 PLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y596 PLF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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