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Y70 RME

2001 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

115,955 mi
Last recorded115,955 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS30094,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY70 RME
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 115,955 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip on nearside of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 115,924 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip on nearside of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 113,956 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 111,082 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 108,285 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 105,125 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 101,102 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 95,451 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 90,065 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 88,128 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 77,340 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 74,616 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 71,075 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 67,611 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 64,322 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 64,322 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 61,712 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 61,256 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 53,676 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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Y70 RME is a 2001 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 Y70 RME, 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 Y70 RME registered?

Y70 RME is a 2001 Lexus GS300, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is Y70 RME safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y70 RME shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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