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DK03 VHY

2003 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

70,630 mi
Last recorded70,630 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS30080,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 VHY
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 70,630 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 63,735 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on outer edge of treads also slight cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 60,976 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 58,378 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 57,229 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to perish.

Fail 9 Nov 2021 57,228 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut to cords on inside sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to perish.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer sidewall to tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 54,307 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 53,477 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 49,152 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 45,288 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 42,533 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 38,922 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 36,429 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 32,440 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 28,946 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 26,321 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 21,682 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 19,546 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 17,800 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 15,911 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2007 14,081 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 11,963 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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DK03 VHY is a 2003 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 DK03 VHY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK03 VHY registered?

DK03 VHY is a 2003 Lexus GS300, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is DK03 VHY safe to buy?

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