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GV51 YSG

2002 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

170,560 mi
Last recorded170,560 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 170,560 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 165,641 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 159,614 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 152,592 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 145,371 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 137,758 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 136,223 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 136,222 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 117,391 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 117,391 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 115,602 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2011
Pass 4 Mar 2010 100,943 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 91,218 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 80,491 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 80,491 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 70,239 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 61,708 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 YSG is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YSG, 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 YSG registered?

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

Is GV51 YSG safe to buy?

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