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GV51 YSC

2002 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

122,425 mi
Last recorded122,425 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2024
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 YSC
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2024 122,425 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 122,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam EXTINGUISHES HAFTER SWITCHED ON (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 117,510 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 116,583 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 111,675 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 102,700 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2020 102,700 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 87,832 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2018 76,575 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 68,528 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 60,463 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 59,616 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Strong Advise (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Strong Advise (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 58,052 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 58,052 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 57,107 miles

engine management light on

nearside rear brake disc corroding

Fail 13 May 2013 57,097 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE SIDEWALL CRACKS (STRONG ADVISORY)

engine management light on

nearside rear brake disc corroding

Pass 27 Apr 2012 56,358 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Apr 2012 56,358 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 55,685 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 48,587 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 44,835 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 39,228 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2007 39,164 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 34,210 miles

STRONG ADVISORY. REAR BRAKE PADS VERY LOW

Pass 15 Nov 2005 30,291 miles

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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GV51 YSC is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2002 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 84,009 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 IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV51 YSC, 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 24 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GV51 YSC is a 2002 Lexus IS300, first registered on 8 January 2002.

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