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GV53 PHF

2003 Lexus IS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

174,037 mi
Last recorded174,037 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS30074,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 PHF
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 174,037 miles

Front tyres both sides wearing on inner edgte

Nearside Front lower suspension arm bush cracking

Offside Front lower suspension arm bushes cracking

Pass 17 Aug 2023 167,993 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 161,284 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 154,278 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 149,120 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 138,191 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 126,976 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 114,836 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 102,011 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 88,280 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 73,321 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 62,459 miles

chip in windscreen

rear wiper blade split

Pass 7 Oct 2011 58,000 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 58,000 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 53,103 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 48,462 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2008 40,860 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 29,168 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 29,168 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 19,400 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 19,400 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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GV53 PHF is a 2003 Lexus IS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 74,114 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 GV53 PHF, 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 23 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV53 PHF registered?

GV53 PHF is a 2003 Lexus IS300, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is GV53 PHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 PHF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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