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DG51 TXU

2001 Lexus RX300

Grey Lpg 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

149,161 mi
Last recorded149,161 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Lexus RX30091,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 TXU
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 149,161 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front and rear shocks both corroded

under body slight corrosion

Fail 15 Jul 2019 149,161 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front and rear shocks both corroded

under body slight corrosion

Pass 15 Aug 2018 139,791 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 122,398 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak gearbox ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Aug 2017 122,328 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing lpg cap (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.E.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak gearbox ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 109,850 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 109,850 miles

Parking brake operation is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.3a)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 104,332 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 98,249 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 90,189 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 82,890 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 76,890 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 72,695 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 68,850 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 64,331 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 59,204 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 52,704 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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DG51 TXU is a 2001 Lexus RX300 in Grey with a 2,995cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,848 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DG51 TXU, 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 25 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG51 TXU registered?

DG51 TXU is a 2001 Lexus RX300, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is DG51 TXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 TXU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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