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GV52 XZK

2003 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

123,848 mi
Last recorded123,848 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS30080,217 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 XZK
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 123,848 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

manufacturers outer sill covers fitted

parking brake only just met requirements

Pass 12 Feb 2024 111,504 miles

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

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

parking brake only just met requirements

Fail 9 Feb 2024 111,502 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 101,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Slight corrosion to rear sub-frame and both inner sills

Pass 7 Jan 2022 92,229 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 91,550 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 90,577 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 88,902 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 87,069 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 83,408 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 83,408 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 79,392 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 74,911 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 69,488 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 65,444 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 60,360 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 54,959 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 49,706 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 43,371 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 37,302 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 37,302 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 31,736 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 25,335 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus GS300?

Based on 172,303 MOT tests across 13,418 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
13,418
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,060
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,631
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,795
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,777
position lamp(s) not working 2,752
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GV52 XZK is a 2003 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 80,217 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV52 XZK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GV52 XZK registered?

GV52 XZK is a 2003 Lexus GS300, first registered on 9 January 2003.

Is GV52 XZK safe to buy?

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