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FM51 VXJ

2001 Lexus RX300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,981 mi
Last recorded169,981 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Lexus RX30091,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 VXJ
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 169,981 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 169,974 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 164,256 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 153,369 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 145,092 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 137,061 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 137,057 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 127,517 miles

eng mang light on

Pass 27 Sep 2011 117,476 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 105,980 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 95,632 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 83,663 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 72,264 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 59,796 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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FM51 VXJ is a 2001 Lexus RX300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FM51 VXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM51 VXJ?

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What year was FM51 VXJ registered?

FM51 VXJ is a 2001 Lexus RX300, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is FM51 VXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 VXJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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