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BF03 YHS

2003 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

112,794 mi
Last recorded112,794 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS30080,217 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 YHS
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2024 112,794 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

both front headlights cloudy

Fail 4 Apr 2024 112,694 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 104,553 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps misted. (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 104,553 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps misted. (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 90,320 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 89,309 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 1st box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine M.I.L stopping on

mid exhaust heat shield becoming insecure & rattles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

uneven tread wear showing on n/s/r tyre

Pass 8 Jul 2020 88,539 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f tyre bald on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

engine M.I.L light stopping on

mid exhaust heat shield becoming insecure & rattles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Fail 8 Jul 2020 88,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f tyre bald on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

engine M.I.L light stopping on

mid exhaust heat shield becoming insecure & rattles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 8 Apr 2019 87,706 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 87,706 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 86,939 miles

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

under body surface rust

Pass 27 Mar 2017 84,847 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 81,852 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 79,049 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 74,530 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 68,525 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 63,353 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 57,823 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 51,855 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 45,668 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 37,991 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 30,513 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 24,294 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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BF03 YHS is a 2003 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 80,217 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 BF03 YHS, 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 23 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BF03 YHS is a 2003 Lexus GS300, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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