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CP04 MLE

2004 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,199 mi
Last recorded159,199 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS30073,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP04 MLE
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2016 159,199 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 159,191 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 156,576 miles

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

engine light on

minor oil leaks

Pass 10 Oct 2014 147,531 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 133,988 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 120,479 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 108,241 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 99,878 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear brake discs are corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2010 99,878 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake discs are corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2009 92,652 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS300?

Based on 34,961 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
5,420
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,456
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 584
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 542
position lamp(s) not working 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 414
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CP04 MLE is a 2004 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 73,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CP04 MLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CP04 MLE registered?

CP04 MLE is a 2004 Lexus IS300, first registered on 11 May 2004.

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