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CE53 UWG

2003 Lexus RX300

Grey Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

136,870 mi
Last recorded136,870 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Lexus RX30081,529 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 UWG
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 136,870 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 121,133 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 121,133 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 117,517 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 117,517 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 107,303 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 96,378 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 86,551 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 86,551 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 76,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Mar 2009 63,271 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 63,271 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 60,352 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 60,352 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 52,372 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 43,938 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus RX300?

Based on 229,652 MOT tests across 14,830 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
6,422
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
14,830
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,310
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,344
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,727
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,419
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,590
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CE53 UWG is a 2003 Lexus RX300 in Grey with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 81,529 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus RX300 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 6,310 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE53 UWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus RX300 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CE53 UWG registered?

CE53 UWG is a 2003 Lexus RX300, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is CE53 UWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 UWG shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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