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L33 XVS

1996 Lexus GS300

Grey Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,784 mi
Last recorded128,784 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2010
Typical for 1996 Lexus GS300120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL33 XVS
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2010 128,784 miles

20 spots of corrosoin see block plan

nsf brake binding

Pass 6 Apr 2009 121,782 miles

20 spots of corrosion see black

Pass 18 Sep 2006 115,179 miles

Advises as per original mot

Fail 15 Sep 2006 115,175 miles

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

Both rear doors damaged

Chips in windscreen

Partial sill covers fitted

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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L33 XVS is a 1996 Lexus GS300 in Grey with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 120,267 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 L33 XVS, 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 30 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L33 XVS registered?

L33 XVS is a 1996 Lexus GS300, first registered on 12 September 1996.

Is L33 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L33 XVS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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