Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto reliable? We analysed 2,371 real MOT tests across 218 vehicles to find out.
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The Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and parking brake lever has no reserve travel. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto.
Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 122 | 84.4% | 37,484 | 65,570 | 94,908 |
| 2005 | 437 | 81.7% | 48,473 | 76,428 | 103,375 |
| 2004 | 856 | 79.9% | 49,665 | 79,964 | 110,194 |
| 2003 | 831 | 81.1% | 56,310 | 82,381 | 105,801 |
How Long Does a Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto Last?
Based on 218 Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.4% MOT pass rate from 122 tests
79.9% MOT pass rate from 856 tests
The best year to buy a used Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.4% across 122 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto THIS CAR | 80.4% | 2,371 | 81,970 mi | 23 yrs |
| Lexus IS200 | 75.4% | 546,826 | 87,139 mi | 27 yrs |
| Lexus Ct | 86.8% | 304,916 | 55,351 mi | 15 yrs |
| Lexus RX300 | 79% | 229,652 | 83,424 mi | 26 yrs |
| Ford Kuga St-line Edition Ecoblue A | 90.2% | 1,915 | 30,202 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Lexus IS200 (75.4% pass rate) and the Lexus Ct (86.8% pass rate), the Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.4% across 2,371 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (70 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (53), and parking brake lever has no reserve travel (27). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto owner drives around 7,003 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Lexus RX300 Se-l Auto models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.