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FM53 ECZ

2004 Lexus RX300

Grey Gas bi-fuel 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

157,001 mi
Last recorded157,001 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 Lexus RX30081,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 ECZ
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 157,001 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 152,245 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2020 146,955 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 136,020 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 136,020 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 123,185 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 123,185 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 112,025 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 94,547 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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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FM53 ECZ is a 2004 Lexus RX300 in Grey with a 2,995cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 81,835 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FM53 ECZ, 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 22 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FM53 ECZ registered?

FM53 ECZ is a 2004 Lexus RX300, first registered on 26 January 2004.

Is FM53 ECZ safe to buy?

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