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GV51 YSF

2002 Lexus IS300

Gold Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

77,908 mi
Last recorded77,908 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 YSF
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 77,908 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Fail 1 Apr 2026 77,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2025 77,264 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 76,171 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower sill panel corroded

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower sill panel corroded

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

Pass 17 Apr 2023 75,575 miles

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

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

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

advise N/S lower outer sill corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2022 74,657 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 73,501 miles

Front number plate cracked

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower outer sill corroded

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2020 72,654 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 70,507 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 68,814 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 68,814 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 67,373 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 65,522 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 64,561 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 63,075 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 61,992 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 61,122 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 58,423 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 56,386 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 52,700 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 51,397 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 50,011 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 47,999 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 YSF is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Gold with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 GV51 YSF, 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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What year was GV51 YSF registered?

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

Is GV51 YSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 YSF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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