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S809 YNO

1998 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

214,086 mi
Last recorded214,086 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2008
Typical for 1998 Lexus GS300113,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS809 YNO
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2008 214,086 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 205,632 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 195,427 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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S809 YNO is a 1998 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 113,430 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 S809 YNO, 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 28 years old, this Lexus GS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S809 YNO registered?

S809 YNO is a 1998 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S809 YNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S809 YNO shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S809 YNO have outstanding finance?

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