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Lexus GS300

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,997 cc

T98 MNFMOT history

T98 MNF is a silver petrol Lexus GS300 first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2023 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 179,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2023
Mileage
179,708 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2022
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T98 MNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
GS300
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T98 MNF was last recorded at 179,708 miles on 5 Sept 2022, 331 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Mar 2015: 170,341 miles, lower than 171,240 miles on 9 Jan 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
179,377 miles · 4 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
331 miles
Average per year
5,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 179,708 miles
  • 2019 – 179,377 miles
  • 2018 – 177,296 miles
  • 2017 – 175,107 miles
  • 2016 – 173,318 miles
  • 2015 – 170,341 miles
  • 2014 – 171,240 miles
  • 2013 – 158,505 miles
  • 2012 – 146,578 miles
  • 2010 – 135,159 miles
  • 2009 – 125,651 miles
  • 2008 – 113,265 miles
  • 2007 – 104,128 miles
  • 2006 – 91,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,708 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,708 miles (+331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    179,708 miles
    Test number
    828738787437
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  2. Pass179,377 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    179,377 miles
    Test number
    940636021155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail179,373 miles (+2,077)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,373 miles
    Test number
    235628631055
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass177,296 miles (+2,189)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    177,296 miles
    Test number
    946563081310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass175,107 miles (+1,789)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    175,107 miles
    Test number
    159842382206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass173,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    173,318 miles
    Test number
    833271319014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail173,318 miles (+2,977)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,318 miles
    Test number
    368525785238
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  8. Pass170,341 miles (-899)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    170,341 miles
    Test number
    477088165066
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll suspension components corroded

  9. Fail171,240 miles (+12,735)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,240 miles
    Test number
    379299604010
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHand brake light on
    • NoteO/s/f brake binding slightly
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteSlight blow from centre exhaust

  10. Fail158,505 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,505 miles
    Test number
    185682603452
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass158,505 miles (+11,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    158,505 miles
    Test number
    357562503048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass146,578 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    146,578 miles
    Test number
    176240812027
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail146,578 miles (+11,419)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,578 miles
    Test number
    195570812475
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass135,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    135,159 miles
    Test number
    113663060363
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail135,159 miles (+9,508)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,159 miles
    Test number
    214713260396
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail125,651 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,651 miles
    Test number
    122361459382
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass125,651 miles (+12,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    125,651 miles
    Test number
    214321359389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass113,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    113,265 miles
    Test number
    423957418399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  19. Fail113,265 miles (+9,137)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,265 miles
    Test number
    661417318373
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail104,128 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,128 miles
    Test number
    510632007370
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass104,128 miles (+12,568)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    104,128 miles
    Test number
    541512407317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass91,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    91,560 miles
    Test number
    863723596294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T98 MNF

Does T98 MNF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T98 MNF expired on 4 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T98 MNF?
The MOT on T98 MNF expired on 4 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T98 MNF done?
T98 MNF was recorded at 179,708 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2022, an average of 5,552 miles a year.
Has T98 MNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T98 MNF has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on T98 MNF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T98 MNF find?
T98 MNF passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: underbody corroded.

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