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EY53 UCW

2003 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

155,986 mi
Last recorded155,986 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS30080,217 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY53 UCW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 155,986 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 155,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 154,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 151,926 miles

corrosion on rear sub frame

Pass 6 Aug 2021 149,863 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

corrosion on rear subframe

Pass 6 Aug 2020 147,612 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 141,626 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 134,205 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 126,689 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 123,009 miles

windscreen contains damaged but not affecting driver;s view of the road

Pass 2 Sep 2015 119,810 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 119,802 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 May 2014 116,032 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 113,851 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 110,841 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 101,045 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 88,177 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 73,611 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 73,400 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 72,540 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 67,103 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 51,824 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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EY53 UCW is a 2003 Lexus GS300 in Black 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 EY53 UCW, 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 EY53 UCW registered?

EY53 UCW is a 2003 Lexus GS300, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is EY53 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY53 UCW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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