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DM52 CJM

2003 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,361 mi
Last recorded46,361 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS30074,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDM52 CJM
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 46,361 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 42,942 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 39,815 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 37,551 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside 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 Aug 2021 36,392 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 35,565 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 33,931 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 33,931 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 32,952 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 32,578 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 31,256 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 29,146 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 28,321 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 26,873 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 26,017 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 23,483 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 21,897 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 19,793 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 17,998 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 15,806 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 13,643 miles

ADVISE 225/45/ZR17 TYRES ARE FITTED TO REAR WHEELS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 13,643 miles

ADVISE 225/45/ZR17 TYRES ARE FITTED TO REAR WHEELS

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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DM52 CJM is a 2003 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 74,114 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 DM52 CJM, 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 23 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DM52 CJM registered?

DM52 CJM is a 2003 Lexus IS300, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is DM52 CJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DM52 CJM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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